Obesity is a complex condition influenced by a combination of primary and secondary factors. It goes beyond personal willpower and encompasses genetic, hormonal, environmental, and behavioral elements that impact weight management. At Total Body Clinic, we recognize the multifaceted nature of obesity and provide comprehensive care to address its root causes effectively.
A. Genetic syndromes
Certain genetic conditions can contribute to or cause obesity, including
•Isolated, not inherited genetic abnormalities (i.e., Prader Willi)
•Familial genetic abnormalities (i.e., melanocortin 4 receptor deficiency)
B. Medical conditions
Medical conditions may also contribute to or cause obesity, including
•Hypothalamic damage
•Immobility
•Insulinoma and other hyperinsulinemias
•Some cases of untreated hypothyroidism
•Hypercortisolism (Cushing’s disease)
•Sleep disorders
•Obesogenic effect of some medications
C. Psychological and behavioral conditions
Behavior and psychological conditions can be primary or secondary causes of obesity, including
•Mental stress
•Depression
•Anxiety
•Post-traumatic stress disorder
•Binge-eating disorder
•Night-eating syndrome
•Eating disorders not otherwise specified
•Other psychiatric illness/mental health disorders
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