Overweight and obesity

Medical assessment of overweight, obesity, risk factors and associated conditions. An individual plan may include lifestyle changes, monitoring and — after medical assessment and where indicated — medication.

Medical assessment

The doctor reviews weight history, previous attempts to lose weight, conditions, medication, diet, physical activity, metabolic and cardiovascular risk, and your goals. Obesity needs a wider assessment than weight alone.

Investigations

Your history and health may indicate assessment of glucose, lipids, liver function, blood pressure or thyroid function. Not everyone needs the same test package.

Lifestyle as the foundation

Food, activity, sleep and other factors affecting weight and metabolic health form part of long-term care. The aim is better health and fewer complications, rather than rapid weight loss alone.

Medication

The doctor assesses indications, contraindications, associated conditions, existing medication and possible adverse effects. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription. Where appropriate, medication is part of a wider plan that includes lifestyle and regular monitoring.

Associated conditions

Particular attention may be needed for type 2 diabetes or abnormal glucose, hypertension, lipid disorders, thyroid disease, fatty liver, sleep problems and limitations to physical activity.

Your individual plan

Health, previous experiences, circumstances, goals and safety determine the plan. It may include lifestyle advice, metabolic monitoring, follow-up and treatment of associated conditions. Being overweight with additional risk factors can also be a reason to seek assessment.

Dr Krzysztof Chyrek

Physician (Arts) · BIG registration 89917610801. Consultations in Polish at Stichting Med Partners, Euromarkt 34, 2408 BL Alphen aan den Rijn. His work also includes selected chronic conditions and metabolic risk assessment.

Preparation

• Bring your medication list and previous laboratory results.
• Record previous weight-loss approaches.
• Bring records concerning diabetes, thyroid disease or other long-term conditions.
• Bring previous weight and blood-pressure measurements if available.

Results and treatment records from Poland can be useful. You do not need to decide in advance whether medication is appropriate; the doctor assesses this.

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General information, not individual medical advice. The original page refers to Thuisarts information about obesity and medication.