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Obesity - Management
How should I manage someone with a BMI 35-39.9 (obesity II)
- No comorbidities present: offer structured advice regarding diet and physical activity. Consider starting drug treatment once dietary and physical activity interventions have been evaluated.
- Comorbidities present (such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, osteoarthritis, dyslipidaemia, and sleep apnoea):
- Offer structured advice regarding diet and physical activity.
- Consider starting drug treatment once dietary and physical activity interventions have been evaluated.
- Consider referral for surgery (according to local policies and protocol).
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