Pooja Gupta Pooja Gupta Asked 5 months ago

Can allergy shots cause weight gain?

My doctor suggested allergy shots for my severe dust allergy. I'm a bit concerned about potential side effects, especially if allergy shots can cause weight gain.

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Rajiv Nambiar Rajiv Nambiar Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago
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I researched this extensively before starting my immunotherapy. My doctor explained that allergy shots themselves contain only tiny amounts of allergens to build immunity, so they do not cause weight gain. However, some people might gain weight if they are also taking oral steroids or antihistamines along with the treatment.

Nisha Roy Nisha Roy Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I know how stressful it is to worry about weight gain when you are already dealing with painful allergy symptoms and treatment. It can feel like you just can't win. Rest assured, immunotherapy shots are very unlikely to cause weight gain, so try to focus on healing.

Aarav Shah Aarav Shah Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

From what I know, there is no direct scientific link between allergy immunotherapy shots and weight gain. Just focus on a clean, anti-inflammatory vegetarian diet with plenty of whole foods to support your body while going through the treatment.

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Rohan Malhotra Rohan Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Honestly, the only thing causing my weight gain is the extra parathas I eat because I feel relieved after my allergy treatment! The shots themselves don't have calories or mess with your metabolism, so you can breathe easy about that.

Savita Devi Savita Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Nahi, allergy shots se koi wazan nahi badhta. Agar wazan badh raha hai toh apni diet check karo ya fir check karo koi aur dawai toh nahi chal rahi. Faltu ki chinta mat karo aur apna treatment poora karo.

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Simran Kaur Simran Kaur Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Allergy shots shouldn't affect your weight at all. If you are feeling a bit sluggish, try doing some daily walking or light jogging, provided your doctor says it is fine. Staying active is the best way to manage any weight concerns.

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