Term
| Diseases and medical conditions that are either caused by or contributed to by morbid obesity |
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| Effects of obesity on the cardiovascular |
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Definition
The work of the heart is increased by the strain of supplying oxygenated blood to the tissues. Adipose (fat) tissue is poorly nourished and less resistant to injury than other tissues.
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| Effects of obesity on the respiratory systems and cardiovascular |
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Definition
The weight of the abdominal tissue prevents the diaphragm from descending fully, the descending diaphragm provides space for the lungs to fill with air.
Resulting low oxygen level and high carbondioxide level.
The disease put strain in the heart, which eventually may lead to symtoms of heart failure |
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| Breathing abnormally fast and deep |
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| Obese patients often have nutritional problems such as : |
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Definition
| protein deficiency and type 2 diabetes (controlled with insulin injections) |
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| Early signs of dehydration |
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Definition
| Tachycardia and decreased urinary output |
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