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(E66.0) Obesity due to excess calories
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3 701 762 in individuals diagnosis obesity due to excess calories confirmed
148 579 deaths with diagnosis obesity due to excess calories
4% mortality rate associated with the disease obesity due to excess calories
Diagnosis obesity due to excess calories is diagnosed Women are 25.80% more likely than Men
1 373 389
Men receive the diagnosis obesity due to excess calories
61 083 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis obesity due to excess calories
87 496 (3.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease obesity due to excess calories - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features obesity due to excess calories
Absence or low individual and public risk
Obesity due to excess calories - what does this mean
Obesity due to excess calories occurs when an individual consumes more calories than they use, leading to an energy imbalance and an accumulation of excess body fat. this can be caused by a combination of factors, including an unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, and genetics.
What happens during the disease - obesity due to excess calories
Obesity is caused by an energy imbalance between calories consumed and calories expended. when more calories are consumed than expended, the excess calories are stored as fat, leading to an increase in body weight and eventually obesity. this energy imbalance is caused by a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors, such as an unhealthy diet, lack of physical activity, and certain medications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Measure the patient's height and weight to calculate body mass index (BMI).
- Conduct a physical examination to assess the patient's overall health.
- Order laboratory tests, such as a fasting blood glucose test, lipid panel, and liver function tests.
- Conduct a dietary evaluation to assess the patient's eating habits.
- Assess the patient's physical activity level.
- Evaluate the patient's psychological health.
- Review the patient's medical history.
- Order imaging tests, such as an abdominal ultrasound or CT scan.
- Refer the patient to a nutritionist.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce excess calories and achieve a healthy weight
- Monitor caloric intake and adjust as necessary
- Increase physical activity and exercise
- Eat a healthy, balanced diet full of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
- Reduce consumption of processed foods and sugary drinks
- Reduce stress and practice relaxation techniques
- Seek professional help and support, such as a dietitian or nutritionist
- Incorporate behavior modification techniques to help achieve goals
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Obesity due to excess calories - Prevention
The best way to prevent obesity due to excess calories is to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle. this includes limiting calorie intake, eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables, exercising regularly, and avoiding processed and high-calorie foods. additionally, drinking plenty of water and reducing stress levels can also help to prevent obesity due to excess calories.