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Bariatric Sciences

Bariatric Sciences is the branch of medicine that focuses on the causes, prevention, and treatment of obesity. It encompasses a multidisciplinary approach involving diet, exercise, behavioral therapy, medications, and surgical interventions to help individuals achieve and maintain a healthy weight.

Common Treatments:

  • Lifestyle Modification: Personalized diet and physical activity plans with expert guidance.
  • Medical Management: Use of anti-obesity medications under supervision.
  • Endoscopic Procedures: Minimally invasive options like gastric balloon placement.
  • Bariatric Surgery: Sleeve Gastrectomy, Gastric Bypass, Mini Gastric Bypass, Adjustable Gastric Banding, Revision Bariatric Surgery.

Causes of Obesity:

  • Unhealthy diet and lack of physical activity
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Hormonal imbalances (like hypothyroidism or PCOS)
  • Emotional eating or psychological factors
  • Sedentary lifestyle or medical conditions
  • Certain medications (e.g., steroids, antidepressants)

Symptoms Indicating Need for Bariatric Evaluation:

  • BMI ≥ 30 or BMI ≥ 27.5 with comorbidities (e.g., diabetes, hypertension)
  • Excessive body fat and weight gain
  • Fatigue and breathlessness with activity
  • Joint pain due to excess weight
  • Poor sleep quality or obstructive sleep apnea
  • Psychological distress due to body image issues

Prevention Strategies:

  • Adopting a balanced, nutritious diet
  • Regular physical activity (at least 30 minutes/day)
  • Early screening for weight gain and metabolic risks
  • Behavioral therapy and stress management
  • Avoiding binge eating or emotional eating triggers
  • Regular medical follow-ups for weight tracking