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Obesity
Obesity is a term used to describe body weight that is much greater than what is considered healthy. If you are obese, you have a much higher amount of body fat than lean muscle mass. Adults with a BMI greater than 30 a...
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Symptoms
Back Pain
Body Mass Index Over 30
Buffalo Hump
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Causes
Rates of obesity are climbing. The percentage of children who are overweight has doubled in the last 20 years. The pe...
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The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about your medical history, eating habits, an...
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A combination of calorie restriction and exercise (when adhered to) appears to be more effective rather than either o...
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diethylpropion
orlistat
phendimetrazine
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5-hydroxytryptophan
dehydroepiandrosterone
Evening Primrose Oil
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Alternative Therapies
Many people find it easier to follow a diet and exercise program if they join a group of people with similar problems...
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Risk Factors
adverse effects of medication
Aging
Alcohol consumption
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Complications
Medical problems commonly resulting from untreated obesity and morbid obesity include: Diabetes; Hypertension; Heart ...
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Prevention
A healthy diet and regular exercise can help prevent weight gain. Increase your daily activity. Take the stairs rathe...
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Schedule an appointment with your health care provider if you or your child are obese or gaining weight at an extreme...
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