Pathophysiology of obesity
Pathophysiology of Obesity
The Pathophysiology of Obesity refers to the scientific study of the functional changes that accompany or result from obesity, a medical condition characterized by an excess of body fat. Obesity is associated with a number of health risks, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, certain types of cancer, and sleep apnea.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Obesity is primarily caused by a combination of excessive food intake, lack of physical activity, and genetic susceptibility. A few cases are caused primarily by genes, endocrine disorders, medications, or mental disorder. The view that obesity is a disorder of the distribution of stored energy is supported by the fact that the BMI (Body Mass Index) is strongly correlated with various metabolic and disease outcomes.
Health Risks[edit | edit source]
Obesity increases the likelihood of various diseases and conditions, particularly cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, certain types of cancer, and osteoarthritis. Obesity is most commonly caused by a combination of excessive food intake, lack of physical activity, and genetic susceptibility, although a few cases are caused primarily by genes, endocrine disorders, medications, or mental disorder.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment of obesity primarily involves lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. In some cases, medications or surgery may be recommended.
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