Question 1

what effects does lipoplasty have on the integumentary system?

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Removal: of subcutaneous fat can help reduce body weight, i.e.- liposuction. No deleterious effects on the integumentary system.

Question 2

how does pneumonia affect the integumentary system?

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Pneumonia: The integument is the skin and the mucous membranes.  These structures are not affected as a primary focus of pneumonia, which is an inflammation of the lungs involving the air spaces (alveoli) and the tissues separating them (intraalveolar septi). Not entirely sure what you are asking beyond this.  Please rephrase the question if I have not answered you satisfactorily.

Question 3

how can  hemophilia affect the integumentary system?

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Bruising...: Hemophilia is a defect in your blood's ability to clot properly. If this coagulation system is not working well, as happens in hemophilia, a person can have excessive bleeding and bruising. The skin itself (part of the integumentary system) is fine, but hemophilia can manifest itself as large bruises under the skin and excessive bleeding from a cut in the skin.

Question 4

how does the integumentary system protect the body's internal living tissues and organs?

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Largest organ: It is a waterproof covering, the first line of defense against infection, allows us the sense of touch, and it helps define our shape.

Question 5

if i have sjogren's and am obese does that mean that my immune system is weak or compromised? am i at an increase risk for covid or a worse outcome?

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: Sjogren’s is an autoimmune disorder which means you make abnormal antibodies but this does not necessarily mean your immune system is compromised. Sometimes, the medicines used to treat autoimmune disorders causes some immunosuppression so this should be discussed with your doctor when you are being prescribed medication treatment. Obesity is a risk factor for Covid severity so get vaccinated.

Question 6

could getting yeast rashes be from being obese and not from a weak immune system ?

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Yeast:  When someone is obese, they may have folds of skin that press against each other. This can create a moist, warm environment for  infections to develop. One might not need have a weak immune system in that situation.

Question 7

what physical effect does obesity have on the brain?

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Subtle: If obesity causes sleep apnea, the brain may not get enough oxygen.

Question 8

how can children avoid becoming obese?

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Obesity avoidance: Sedentary lifestyle (not enough exercise), excessive portion size and high sugar/carbohydrate/fat/processed food diets are the most prevalent culprits in childhood obesity.   All family members should be engaged in healthy lifestyles to prevent obesity in both short and long term.

Question 9

can one be obese and metabolically healthy?

Accepted Answer

: Metabolically healthy means that your body is able to respond to food in a beneficial way that reduces your risk of conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. So the answer is no - you are eating in a way that is not preventing obesity. Best to eat low fat, low sugar, no processed food, fruits/vegetables, gluten free.

Question 10

i can't control eating and have become obese?

Accepted Answer

Being an adult: Well. No one but you can change thus.  But, change, you can.

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