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Obesity refers to the deposition of excess fat in the body and there are diverse adverse implications of obesity. When there is an excess of body fat, it accumulates in all the organs and this can lead to long term problems. These are primarily metabolic and may lead to hypertension, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cholesterol problems and heart attacks. People also face knee joint pains when they put on weight as the whole body weight is borne by the knee. Obese women may also face cancers, fibroids and gallstones.Dr. Mythili, consultant endocrinologist from Visakhapatnam, India, discusses long-term implications of obesity.

Dr. A Mythili

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