ICD-10: E66Endocrine, Nutritional & MetabolicGeneral Severity
Overweight and obesity
Overweight and obesity mean having more body fat than is considered healthy, which can put extra stress on your internal organs and joints.
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Overweight and obesity are conditions where a person carries an excess amount of body fat. This happens when the number of calories you consume through food and drink is consistently higher than the energy your body burns through daily activities and basic functions.
While this affects the whole body, it is most notable in the way the heart, liver, and joints function. When fat builds up in these areas, it makes it harder for your body to move, breathe, and process nutrients effectively.
Common Symptoms
- Feeling tired or sluggish more often than usual.
- Shortness of breath during simple activities like walking or climbing stairs.
- Increased sweating.
- Pain in joints, especially the knees, hips, and lower back, due to the extra weight.
- Snoring or having difficulty sleeping at night.