Morbid Obesity
Beyond the Scale: Understanding and Addressing Morbid Obesity
Morbid obesity is a distinct category within the realm of obesity, denoting individuals who have reached an exceedingly elevated degree of surplus body weight, usually to a degree where it presents substantial health hazards. This classification is commonly delineated by having a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above, or a BMI of 35 or more along with obesity-related health issues like diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea.
Morbid obesity is linked to an increased likelihood of encountering various health complications, and it can notably influence an individual’s overall quality of life.
Symptoms and Signs
- Sweating
- Tiredness
- Joint and back pain
- Difficulty Breathing
- Sleep problems, Including snoring
- Difficulty with Physical activity
- Low confidence and feelings of isolation
- High blood pressure and other symptoms of metabolic syndrome
- symptoms of other complications, which we describe below