Obesity and its Systemic Health Complications

Morsi, Mohammed Khalaf

doi:10.21608/smj.2025.383564.1570

Obesity and its Systemic Health Complications

Document Type : Review Article

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mohammed khalaf morsi

internal medicine department, sohag faculty of medicine, sohag university , sohag , Egypt

10.21608/smj.2025.383564.1570

Abstract

ABSTRACT

The epidemic of obesity is quickly spreading across all demographics and economic classes, making it one of the most pressing public health concerns of the modern era. Obesity is a medical problem in and of itself, but it also drastically raises the risk of acquiring a variety of chronic diseases, which puts a burden on healthcare systems and individual well-being. Nowadays, people of all ages and economic levels are struggling with obesity, which has become a big public health concern. Obesity is a major health concern since it increases the likelihood of developing numerous chronic diseases, which in turn strains healthcare systems and negatively impacts people's personal health. An up-to-date definition, worldwide epidemiology, underlying mechanisms, and thorough examination of the many and systemic health consequences of obesity are all part of this review article's updated overview. Cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, cancer, musculoskeletal disorders, respiratory issues, mental health disorders, reproductive health problems, and many more are among the many diseases and conditions that we investigate in this comprehensive overview of obesity. We also touch briefly on the economic and social impacts, as well as possible directions for research and treatment of obesity in the future. The main objectives of this study are to shed light on the multifaceted nature of obesity and the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to combat and control the condition.

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