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Can someone relate to this? I am going craazy
Hi everyone. I think I am going crazy. At this point I am feeling ready to give up. I cannot figure out why my wieght is literally like a yo yo lately. I am 49 y.o. female, and I think I'm going thru perimenopause. Never know when TTOM is going to hit. (Got it twice in Nov) I work out ALOT- weights, cardio, you name it. Been able to hold weight around 108-108.5 (I am short only 5 ft 1 and small frame). the last couple of weeks i am going between 108-110 +. It's driving me crazy. Never had an issue like this before. Before Christmas I was holding steady @ 108.4 and then it went crazy, as far as yo yo'ing weight...AND I DIDNT EVEN SPLURGE....well, maybe a little, but certainly not a binge or anything!! And kept the exercise up, if anything did MORE cardio!!! Anyway I am at the point where my jeans are feeling tighter :( ,yet I am not eating differently, I hardly drink alcohol and when I do it's a glass of wine.I seem to be retaining water. Was 109.2 yesterday and 110.2 today! If anything I probably dont eat enough for my activity level. Is this truly perimenopause and maybe pms combined?? Isnt it true that to truly gain you have to eat in excess of 3500 calories, or does this not hold true for perimenopausal women?? PS I really dont eat alot of carbs either. Can someone else out there relate to this? Should I just say the hell with it all/life is too short and just let it go?? PS started taking supplements/wondering if maybe my body is adjusting. Taking **** Quai and Black Cohosh (for perimenopause symptoms) and Also Dandelion Root (pills) for wter retention. I'd appreciate any advise. Thanks!
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PCOS is Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. The following link will tell you more about it, but basically, it's when the hormones get out of balance. It can cause weight gain/inability to lose, erratic menstrual cycles, excess body hair and many other symptoms.
http://women.webmd.com/tc/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos-topic-overview.
Chances are, your gain is simply due to Holiday indulgence, but you can't know that without being tested. And while some weight gain is "normal" with perimenopause, it's not inevitable. I didn't gain weight at all until my thyroid wigged out, and by then I was 12 yrs post hysterectomy, which threw me immediately into menopause.
Best to rule out medical issues, first, then figure out a course of action.
http://women.webmd.com/tc/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos-topic-overview.
Chances are, your gain is simply due to Holiday indulgence, but you can't know that without being tested. And while some weight gain is "normal" with perimenopause, it's not inevitable. I didn't gain weight at all until my thyroid wigged out, and by then I was 12 yrs post hysterectomy, which threw me immediately into menopause.
Best to rule out medical issues, first, then figure out a course of action.
One question for you-what is "PCOS"?
I suppose you are right- 110 is not really "yoyo". Maybe it's just Perimenopause rearing it's ugly head. But I have an appt this week w/my GYN so this is definitely going to be discussed!
I suppose you are right- 110 is not really "yoyo". Maybe it's just Perimenopause rearing it's ugly head. But I have an appt this week w/my GYN so this is definitely going to be discussed!
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I was tested just a couple months prior to diagnosis and everything was normal. Besides, I'm not sure what they tested you for, so I can't say if they tested the right things.
I'm not saying this is what's wrong with you, but it should always be ruled out. You need to get tested for TSH, Free T3 and Free T4.
In addition, you should also be tested for insulin resistance and PCOS.....
My first symptom of being hypo was the unending fatigue; but others exhibit other symptoms first........
But then, you have to take into consideration that going from 108 to 110 is not really "yo yo", either.
I think you should get your thyroid checked then sit back and relax. Some weight gain is normal with perimenopause, then you have to take into consideration the holidays and maybe indulging a bit more than usual.
It's not time to panic by any means, but all things need to be considered.
I'm not saying this is what's wrong with you, but it should always be ruled out. You need to get tested for TSH, Free T3 and Free T4.
In addition, you should also be tested for insulin resistance and PCOS.....
My first symptom of being hypo was the unending fatigue; but others exhibit other symptoms first........
But then, you have to take into consideration that going from 108 to 110 is not really "yo yo", either.
I think you should get your thyroid checked then sit back and relax. Some weight gain is normal with perimenopause, then you have to take into consideration the holidays and maybe indulging a bit more than usual.
It's not time to panic by any means, but all things need to be considered.
Yes well last nite being NY eve and eating late I am sure had something to do w/it! I have been tested for thyroid in the past and it's been negative. I am not exhibiting any of the other side effects of hypothyroidism, ie coldnesss, fatigue...but is this something that can suddenly develop? My mom has it.
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Some weight gain can occur during perimenopause; however, my first recommendation would be to visit your doctor and ask to get your thyroid tested. Tests for TSH, Free T3 and Free T4. An under active thyroid is a major cause for weight gain/inability to lose.
About 3 1/2 yrs ago, I was where you're at now - about 105 - 108 lbs (I'm 5'0" tall). All of a sudden, I started packing on pounds like there was no tomorrow. My doctor simply told me I was eating too much and not exercising enough, although I was only eating around 1000 calories/day, going to Curves 3 days/week, working out at home on the days I didn't go to Curves, plus having a very physical job. Within 3 months, I had gained 30 pounds, and nothing would budge it. I finally talked my doctor into thyroid tests and "bingo"......... my thyroid levels were WAY off.
I was put on thyroid med, but once gained, the weight is really hard to get off, especially, if your levels aren't adjusted properly, and it took almost 3 yrs to get that accomplished, so I've struggled a lot with it, since it's your thyroid that controls metabolism, along with heart rate, body temp and other functions.
There are other medical issues which can also cause weight gain, including, but not limited to insulin resistance and PCOS.
It takes 3500 calories to make a pound; however, your weight can rise and fall, depending on a variety of factors. You should always weigh at approx the same time every day, make sure you've gone to the bathroom, and not eaten or drank anything.
It will also make a difference, whether you might have undigested food in your stomach, if you are constipated, etc.
About 3 1/2 yrs ago, I was where you're at now - about 105 - 108 lbs (I'm 5'0" tall). All of a sudden, I started packing on pounds like there was no tomorrow. My doctor simply told me I was eating too much and not exercising enough, although I was only eating around 1000 calories/day, going to Curves 3 days/week, working out at home on the days I didn't go to Curves, plus having a very physical job. Within 3 months, I had gained 30 pounds, and nothing would budge it. I finally talked my doctor into thyroid tests and "bingo"......... my thyroid levels were WAY off.
I was put on thyroid med, but once gained, the weight is really hard to get off, especially, if your levels aren't adjusted properly, and it took almost 3 yrs to get that accomplished, so I've struggled a lot with it, since it's your thyroid that controls metabolism, along with heart rate, body temp and other functions.
There are other medical issues which can also cause weight gain, including, but not limited to insulin resistance and PCOS.
It takes 3500 calories to make a pound; however, your weight can rise and fall, depending on a variety of factors. You should always weigh at approx the same time every day, make sure you've gone to the bathroom, and not eaten or drank anything.
It will also make a difference, whether you might have undigested food in your stomach, if you are constipated, etc.
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