yes you are right. the four main causes which need to be ruled out in her case are anemia low thyroid function diabetes and polycystic ovary. if these are ruled out then other causes like hormonal disorders kidney heart and liver disorders need to be ruled out. please take her to a doctor and tell about her symptoms. the doctor will look into these causes. hope this helps. take care!
i am very concerned about my girlfriend's weight. she is 21 years old 5'5" and 249lbs. she has gained almost 60lbs in the last two years. i also know for a fact that she was less than 140lbs when she was sixteen and this gaining seems to be way out of control. i am very worried because she seems so tired she is out of shape avoid stairs - if we have to use the stairs she is always out of breath. as i write i am very worried but i don't know what to do or how this weight will affect her. i've never been overweight myself but always heard about how difficult and harmful it is. given her recent weight gain what is the risk factors for her? if she goes to her doctor will the doctor mention her weight? because most 21 year old girls wouldn't get out of breath by just walking some stairs right.