Pharmacological Therapy for Obesity Patients
Obesity is associated with various health problems including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, gallstones, and osteoarthritis. Depression, other psychosocial problems, and some medications are factors that can exacerbate obesity. The main therapy for obesity is an appropriate diet, the patient is given a clear explanation of how to diet and provides maximum support, and is advised to increase physical activity.
Quitting smoking (while still not losing weight) can be beneficial before trying a weight loss program because smoking can be more dangerous than obesity. Joining a group can help a patient a lot.
Severe obesity should be treated in a weight loss…