Tag: Obesity
Leptin Deficiency: Causes, Effects, and Management
Leptin Deficiency, also known as Congenital leptin deficiency (CLD), is a rare inherited disorder that causes early-onset obesity (in infants). Patients are born with...
Thighplasty: What to Expect from the Procedure
Thighplasty, commonly known as a thigh lift, is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to remove excess skin and fat from the thighs. The primary...
Prader-Willi Syndrome: Understanding the Genetic Disorder
What is Prader-Willi Syndrome?
Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a rare multisystem genetic disorder affecting the metabolic, endocrine, and neurologic systems due to abnormalities on chromosome...
Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome: Understanding the Silent Threat
Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), also called Pickwickian syndrome, is a serious complication that most commonly involves the obese population. It is characterized by a...
Soda Drinks And Heart Diseases
Soda drinks are carbonated soft drinks with artificial sweeteners and flavors. Consuming soda drinks has become a common practice all over the world. According...
Lipoplasty: Exploring Procedures & Techniques
What is Lipoplasty?
Lipoplasty or Liposuction is a surgical procedure that helps eliminate undesired fat beneath your skin, permanently removing the adipose (fat) tissue from...
