What department should I register for obesity?

Written by Luo Juan
Endocrinology
Updated on September 05, 2024
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For obesity, one should register for an appointment in the endocrinology department. Obesity is a chronic metabolic disease caused by excessive accumulation or abnormal distribution of body fat. Obesity often occurs due to a higher calorie intake than expenditure in the body, resulting in excessive fat accumulation and thus overweight and bulky physique. An actual weight measurement exceeding 20% of the standard weight, and a fat percentage exceeding 30% can be classified as obesity. In endocrinology, obesity is generally divided into primary and secondary types. Some secondary factors, such as hypothalamic-pituitary disorders, hypercortisolism, hypothyroidism, hypogonadism, insulinomas, etc., can cause secondary obesity, therefore, it is appropriate to consult the endocrinology department for obesity.

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Written by Li Lang Bo
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What department does obesity hang?

First, I recommend visiting the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolic Science, because obesity itself is a metabolic disease, and now obesity is divided into simple obesity and secondary obesity. Simple obesity refers to weight gain caused solely by factors such as irregular eating habits, unscientific diet, and lack of exercise, without other underlying causes. There is also a type called secondary obesity, which is attributable to identifiable causes. For example, a common disorder in endocrinology known as Cushing's syndrome is caused by problems in the pituitary or adrenal glands, leading to an excessive secretion of cortisol in the blood. This results in the redistribution of fat and subsequent weight gain. Another example is hypothyroidism, which also causes weight gain. Therefore, it is essential to see an endocrinologist, who can determine based on clinical manifestations and actual conditions whether the obesity is simple or secondary, and then provide appropriate treatment.

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What should people with obesity not eat?

Patients with obesity generally also have elevated blood lipids, elevated blood uric acid, and slightly high blood sugar. Therefore, regarding diet, it is crucial to strictly adhere to a standard of low salt, low fat, and low purine. Avoid eating fried foods and animal offal, and do not consume carbohydrate-rich foods and sugary drinks. Additionally, for patients with high uric acid levels, it is advised not to consume excessive seafood and rich broths. It is recommended to avoid eating late-night meals, fried foods, and grilled items. The foods that should be avoided by patients with obesity are mainly determined based on the levels of blood sugar, blood lipids, blood pressure, and blood uric acid.

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The causes of obesity

Obesity can be classified into primary and secondary obesity according to its causes. Primary obesity, also known as simple obesity, is the most common type among various forms of obesity. It is mainly caused by poor dietary habits such as overeating, especially excessive intake of fatty foods, and a sedentary lifestyle, rather than being secondary to other diseases. Secondary obesity, on the other hand, is often due to diseases of the hypothalamic-pituitary axis, hypercortisolism, hypofunction of the thyroid or gonads, insulinomas, and other diseases. Secondary obesity is mainly due to diseases, and it can show some symptoms of the underlying disease.

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Can obesity be contagious?

No. Obesity can be classified into primary and secondary types according to its cause. Primary obesity, also known as simple obesity, is the most common type and is mainly due to poor dietary habits, such as overeating, particularly excessive intake of fatty foods, and a sedentary lifestyle, and is not secondary to other diseases. Secondary obesity is caused by diseases such as hypothalamic-pituitary disorders, hypercortisolism, hypothyroidism, hypogonadism, and insulinoma. Therefore, the causes of obesity are not infectious factors, so obesity is not contagious. However, lifestyles can influence each other; being around people with poor lifestyles for a prolonged period can also lead to adopting poor lifestyle habits and potentially result in obesity.

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What are the dietary restrictions for obesity?

If it's obesity, it means a body mass index (BMI) greater than 28. In terms of dietary restrictions for obesity, the general principles are low salt and low fat. First and foremost, intake of fats should be limited, including both the cooking oils and foods consumed. Preference should be given to vegetable oils, and consumption of animal fats should be minimized. Even with vegetable oils, there is a limit to how much should be used, as excessive amounts can also exceed health standards. Furthermore, one should eat less fast food and junk food, such as various fried foods or those containing excessive seasonings, and these foods should be consumed minimally. There are also "invisible" fats to consider, such as those found in nut snacks and various small packaged snacks like peanuts and fried beans, which are very high in calories and should be consumed less. Additionally, sugary drinks like iced tea and pear syrup drinks should be avoided. The overall principle is a low-calorie diet, avoiding high-calorie foods.