| morbid obesity |
A disease in which excess weight begins to interfere with basic physiological functions such as breathing and walking. Generally, it can be defined as weighing 100 pounds more then your ideal weight. A more precise indicator, however, is a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or greater. In addition, a BMI of 35-39.9 with significant comorbidities can qualify for weight loss surgery.
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| morbid |
Pertaining to disease, illness, increased risk of death
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| morbid obesity |
The term "Morbid Obesity" is a diagnosed condition in which the body weight exceeds the medically recommended weight by 100 pounds.
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| morbidity |
Any departure, subjective or objective, from a state of physiological or psychological well-being. In this sense, sickness, illness, and a morbid condition are synonymous.
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| morbid obesity |
Severe obesity in which a person's BMI is over 40. This is generally equivalent to having 100 or more pounds to lose.
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