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My brother, who is 28 years old, 5ft 7, and weighs only 8 stone, has been trying to gain weight for years without success, despite eating a lot. He experiences immediate bowel movements after eating, and all blood tests, including thyroid tests, have come back normal. What could be causing this and what additional tests should be considered?

April 1st, 2024

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