I Lost Inches Using LLLT, but 3 Months Later, I Gained Unexplained Weight. What Could Have Happened?

Thank you for providing possible explanations. Tests have come back indicating a hormone imbalance. The timing of the low laser treatment was unfortunate and caused me to suspect that to be the culprit. An integrative MD found my hormones were significantly out of balance. While I was aware that my Estrogen(s) were low (4 years on Tamoxifen), I worked my butt off to counteract potential weight gain of Tamoxifen. And I was able to do so...though apparently only until year 3. At year 3, that is when I did the low laser treatment and suddenly gained weight in my stomach and thighs. To counteract this new weight gain, I stepped up my game and significantly reduced my calorie intake and increased my exercise. When the weight wouldn't come off, I turned to an integrative MD. It was discovered that (in addition to my Estrogen being low) my DHEA and Progesterone were deficient. All suspects to the issue of "sudden" unexplainable weight gain. Since that discovery in March, I was placed on (Keto) DHEA cream and a natural Progesterone. Many of the stress symptoms have been reduced -- but not the weight. Though, it seems the weight has at least have stabilized. Has anyone worked with these hormones? How long until I might see results?

Richard, while I tend to agree with you, consider that I am an avid follower of the "calories in / calories out" philosophy, which has allowed me to remain the same weight for 30 years. Last February, I immediately reduced calorie intake and increased exercise. And I maintained this strict discipline for the past year, tracking everything. As this did not make sense, my doctors recommended a colonoscopy, a pelvic ultrasound and of course several hormone blood tests. Nothing. Which is good, however, I remain "haunted" by this weight gain. In a conversation with a respected cosmetic surgeon at a social gathering, it was suggested that the LLLT may have caused a lymphatic obstruction. He explained lymphedema cannot be corrected by diet or exercise, and he believed the "timing" was right. He also suggested that, most people are heavier -- and weight gain as a result of LLLT may go unnoticed. I cannot find any studies to support this, though it makes some sense. Thoughts? Observations?