Obesity Flashcards
1
Q
Obesity definition
A
BMI >32 kg/m2
2
Q
which type of obesity has a stronger associated with co-morbidity
A
central
3
Q
risk factors for obesity
A
hypoT
Hypercortisolism
age >40
Peri and post menopause
4
Q
blood tests in obesity
A
FBC
Cholestrol
TFT
5
Q
for weight loss calorie intake should be
1) woman
2) men
A
1) 1000 - 1200 p/d
2) 1200 - 1500 p/d
6
Q
1st line treatment of obesity
A
combined diet and exercise regime
7
Q
potential pharmacological treatment for obesity
A
orlistat - should be combined with diet and exercise
8
Q
when is surgical therapy considered in obesity
A
BMI >40
OR >35 w/ obesity related comorbidities
