Talk to Your Doctor
Your doctor can help provide answers
Keep an open dialogue
After a brain tumor or brain injury, open communication with your doctor about acquired hypothalamic obesity (acquired HO) symptoms is important—whether you’re still in recovery or years into survivorship.
If you have had a recent brain tumor or injury
Your doctor will want to know as soon as possible if you start to experience rapid weight gain or noticeable changes in hunger. These could be early signs of acquired HO. Starting the conversation early can help you and your doctor create a management plan that’s suited for you.
If it has been years since you had a brain tumor or injury
Sustained weight gain or constant hunger are important to discuss, even if you’ve found ways to manage these challenges. They could be signs of acquired HO that were overlooked in the past. Identifying the underlying cause now can help you and your doctor approach your symptoms together.
Tell your doctor when the changes started and how they've affected your daily life so your doctor can better understand your experience.
Diagnosis can help provide direction
Diagnosing acquired HO can help provide clarity on your unique challenges with weight gain or hunger. For your doctor, knowing the cause may change the way they approach managing the condition.
Taking action early can make a difference.
The sooner acquired HO is identified, the sooner you and your doctor can take steps to manage it.
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