What are the symptoms of obesity?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:The main symptoms of obesity -- such as tipping the scale, not fitting into your old clothes, or needing to wear plus sizes -- may seem obvious, but many who are in the overweight or in the obese range don't realize how far off the charts their weight is. Nor do they realize the serious health consequences.
Additional symptoms of obesity include:
- Extra fat around the waist
- Poor circulation (cramping, numbness, varicose veins)
- Sugar cravings
- Cellulite formation
- Constipation
- Depression
The main symptoms of obesity -- such as tipping the scale, not fitting into your old clothes, or needing to wear plus sizes -- may seem obvious, but many who are in the overweight or in the obese range don't realize how far off the charts... More -
You may first notice obesity through your appearance, your clothes feeling tight, or the scale showing a weight gain, but several other symptoms are associated with obesity. They may include shortness of breath, joint and back pain, chronic sweating and overheating, lack of sleep, rashes in your skin folds, and depression. Obesity can also cause serious complications, including coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, gallstones, breathing problems, and certain cancers.
Helpful? 1 person found this helpfulYou may first notice obesity through your appearance, your clothes feeling tight, or the scale showing a weight gain, but several other symptoms are associated with obesity. They may include shortness of breath, joint and back pain, chronic... More -
Dr. Michael T Murray answered:Obesity is divided into two categories based on how the fat is distributed in the body. Fat distributed primarily around the waist is referred to as male-pattern or android obesity, since it is typically seen in obese males. In android obesity, the waist is bigger around than the hips (apple-shaped). In gynecoid obesity, the hips are larger (pear-shaped). Android obesity carries with it a greater risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes, while gynecoid obesity increases the risk of hormone-sensitive cancers, such as breast cancer.
Obesity is divided into two categories based on how the fat is distributed in the body. Fat distributed primarily around the waist is referred to as male-pattern or android obesity, since it is typically seen in obese males. In android obesity, the... More -
Patients who are obese have more fat than normal, healthy individuals of the same age, gender, and height. They may have difficulty walking, experience shortness of breath, and become tired after very little physical exertion.You should read product labels, and discuss all therapies with a qualified healthcare provider. Natural Standard information does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Patients who are obese have more fat than normal, healthy individuals of the same age, gender, and height. They may have difficulty walking, experience shortness of breath, and become tired after very little physical exertion. You should read... More
