eating in a deficit but keep gaining weight

as the title suggests, i’ve been eating in a deficit for 2 weeks but my weight has plateaued at first and now it just keeps increasing. i’ve gained alm 1kg in two weeks and i’m really confused and frustrated tbh. :(

stats: 21f 5’2” around 140lbs now

i’m tracking my calories quite diligently on the lose it app & i average about 1500-1700 cals per day, plus i also exercise 5-6 times a week.

could it be water retention or something? i would be really upset if i actually gained fat, but logically i think it’s quite unlikely bc even if i was eating slightly more than i tracked, i should still be around maintenance.

any advice would be appreciated!! can ask me if more details r needed too. tia!!

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