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What Causes Morbid Obesity?

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What Causes Morbid Obesity? Obesity causes health problems that can alter a person’s life in many ways. These include but are not limited to the following conditions:

Premature wear and tear on joints (degenerative arthritis of the hips, knees, and back)
Increased risk of high blood pressure
Higher risk of diabetes
Excessive snoring, and nighttime gasping for air (a condition known as sleep apnea)
Increased risk of heart disease and heart failure
Infertility and irregular menstruation
Skin problems and chronic skin infections from moist skin folds
Esophageal acid reflux disease
Psychological effects and lowered self-esteem

There are many severely overweight individuals who live happy and productive lives. However, for some people, being overweight creates physical problems that limit their physical activities in their day-to-day lives. This can lead to psychological effects such as frustration and low self-esteem.