Gained weight but haven't changed size? :/

I've been working on losing some extra lbs for what feels like an eternity. I'm 5'2, moderately active, and typically around 122lb. I've been sticking to ~1200 calories for months trying to get back to 116 where I was last summer, but it seems no matter how long I stick to it I don't lose anything. I haven't gone up any dress sizes though?

It drives me nuts because all my measurements are the same, but I haven't been strength training or really eating back calories from my cardio so I don't see how I could have built muscle. I just assume I'm underestimating because of the lack of weight loss and continue to cut lower. It's so aggravating. But today I put on a pair of shorts that fit me tightly at 116 and they still fit, pretty much the same, now at 130. Wtf?? How could I gain so much weight on so little without getting wider? Is it water retention?

Should I be worried about this? I asked my doctor but he said it was just hormones (I'm 21) and not to worry. But it's frustrating and makes no sense.

Anyone have similar experiences? Advice?

I also drink soooo many liquids on a daily basis. Kombucha, multiple teas, water, many diet sodas, almond milk, broth...I'm constantly so full of liquids. Could this be a cause?

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