In this article, we will discuss various Comorbidities associated with Obesity. So, let’s get started.
Comorbidities
Obesity may lead to comorbidities, they are:
1. Metabolic syndrome:
- Type-2 Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Hypercholesterolemia (hyperlipidemia)
- High triglyceride level
2. Insulin resistance
3. Pro-inflammatory state- thrombosis
4. Ischemic heart disease, angina, myocardial infarction, congestive cardiac failure, high BP, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism
5. Stretch marks, lymph edema, cellulitis
6. Menstrual disorders, polycystic ovarian syndrome, infertility, complications during pregnancy
7. Fatty liver disease, cholelithiasis, GERD
8. Stroke, neuralgia paraesthetica, migraines, carpel tunnel syndrome, dementia
9. Cancer
10. Gout, osteoarthritis, low back ache
11. Erectile dysfunction, incontinence, CRF
12. Depression, social stigmatisation
13. Obesity hypoventilation syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea
14. Musculoskeletal disorders
- Pain
- Restricted ROM
- Decreased physical activity
- Decreased quality of life