 [ Symptoms ] i have a very high metabolism and i can not gain weight how can i lower my metabolism while exercising more  i am 20 years old 6 tall and weigh only about 150 155 i am also not very active i want to start running and lifting weights but it is tough for me to gain muscle because i have a very hard time putting on weight what can i do to lower my metabolism enough to start putting on weight and getting bigger i also do not eat very well but tend to eat a descent amount of protein every day [ Disease ] hi is this x ray 8 years ago if yes you have malunioned fibula fracture causing osteoarthritis in contact with ankle joint inflamation on lateral outside aspect of ankle can cause numbness as it is close to anterior tibial nerve the tibial nail and screws have nothing to do with your pain i recommend physical therapy or surgical reconstruction of fibula good luck