Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Can a person be considered overweight and not have any health problems?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Ys: In fact being overweight - not obese - may improve longevity.
Answered 9/26/2015
5.3k views
Yes, but...: Yes, and if you are overweight and there is no evidence of hypertension, Insulin resistance (high blood sugar), lipid (cholesterol and triglyceride) abnormality, breathing abnormality or joint complications then perhaps the extra weight is not so bad. However, obesity breeds problems, so it merits close monitoring.
Answered 9/28/2016
5.3k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
Basilar artery fenestration found (small) no aneurysm. F, age 53. Scared to death. Overweight, no other health problems. Is HRT ok?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
I have a lot of health problems, back injury, copd, overweight, depression, what kind of doctor would be the best to treat me hurt my back many years ago always have pain, i suffer from panic attacks everyday, I have under active theroid, over weight, can
9 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Are this many complications common after open heart surgery? My dad, 69 years old--overweight but no other health problems other than heart. 11 days ago had triple bypass, aortic valve replacement, and block for afib. Two hours after surgery needed anot
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Iam 30 pounds over weight is there any way to lose weight fast to avoid health problems?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Does a normal EKG and normal blood test mean my heart is okay? I'm a sixteen year old female , over weight . Bad anxiety i always think something is wrong with my health. I now think I have a heart problem , but the ER and the doctor says it's just my anx
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
People also searched for:
Took period after over 3 years without one . Have menopause and using coil. No health problems except slightly overweight. Is this a sinister sign?
44 yo male overweight, no diagnosed health problems. Heavy sweat with little exertion, overheat easily. Dirarrea almost constantly for 20 years. Help?
What is generally the first physical health problem to arise when you are overweight or obese?
Can i still have kids when i git my period once a month and im overweight i take medicines for my health problems. We have kid all ready
I'm19, not overweight(i'm 52kg) have regular cycle, don't have health problems but i was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome.Are pills necessary?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
