Monogenic obesity

Monogenic obesity:

Monogenic obesity: Introduction

Monogenic obesity: Obesity caused by a mutation in a single gene. So far, four different genetic mutations have been linked to this condition. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Monogenic obesity is available below.

Symptoms of Monogenic obesity

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Early-onset obesity
Excessive eating - usually starts during infancy
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Home Diagnostic Testing

Home medical testing related to Monogenic obesity:

Diet & Weight Loss: Home Testing:
- Home Weight Testing
- Home Body Fat Testing (BMI)
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Monogenic obesity: Complications

Review possible medical complications related to Monogenic obesity:

Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Increased risk of cancer
Increased risk of type 2 diabetes
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Causes of Monogenic obesity

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Misdiagnosis and Monogenic obesity

Metabolic syndrome often undiagnosed: Metabolic syndrome, also known as Syndrome X, is an often overlooked medical condition that causes a cluster of...read more »

Over-diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension in obese patients: A diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension, particularly pulmonary arterial hypertension, is often a misdiagnosis in obese...read more »

Obesity-related conditions undiagnosed in children: A variety of conditions are associated with obesity (see obesity), but these tend to be undiagnosed more often in...read more »

Misdiagnosed weight-related causes of infertility: A woman's weight status can affect her level of fertility. Although obesity or overweight can in themselves reduce fertility, there are...read more »

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