High BMI and Health Outcomes

4 Chronic
Conditions Associated with Obesity

It may be tempting to lie around and eat junk food to our heart’s desire. A sedentary lifestyle coupled with unhealthy diet and exercise choices can increase your high body mass index (BMI) health risks.

When you’re thinking of plastic surgery, your cosmetic surgeon will monitor your body mass index. The higher your BMI, the more complications you may have.

Learn about the health risks of high BMI.

4 High BMI Risks to Your Health

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes

Generally, people with obesity have a high risk of type 2 diabetes.

If you have type 2 diabetes, your body is unable to produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels. Left uncontrolled, this can eventually lead to a variety of chronic diseases, including nerve damage, kidney disease, eye damage, and delayed wound healing.

Obesity and Cancer

Obesity increases your risk for many types of cancers. Studies show that kidney, breast, colon, esophagus, pancreatic, ovarian, and endometrial cancers are linked closely to obesity.

Does Obesity Cause Strokes

If you have excessive fat, are overweight, or obese, you are more likely to face cardiovascular diseases or stroke.

When you have a lot of excess body fat, your chances of developing high blood pressure increase, predisposing you to these fatal medical conditions.

Sleep Apnea and Obesity

It may not be as alarming as the previous three medical conditions, but sleep apnea is another cause of concern that should be taken seriously.

With sleep apnea, your quality of sleep is compromised. Your breathing might stop as you fall asleep. Sleep apnea can also increase your risk of stroke and heart disease.

Nick Masri MD, one of Miami's top board-certified plastic surgeons.

With over 20 years of experience operating on obese patients and patients who have experienced a massive weight loss, Dr. Masri can offer cosmetic surgery to those who may have been turned down by other surgeons due to their high BMI – giving them a chance to lose weight, achieve their dream body, treat obesity, and reduce greater risks for chronic diseases.

The Relationship Between Obesity and High BMI Risks

The prevalence of obesity is a global concern, not just in the United States. According to the World Health Organization, around 400 million adults are considered obese.

To measure obesity, the body mass index is a quick way to know your body fat status.

By using a BMI calculator, you can find out what your weight status is:

Underweight: less than 18.5
Normal: 18.5 to 24.9
Overweight: 25 to 29.9
Obese: 30 and above

Should You Avoid Plastic Surgery Because of High BMI Risks?

High BMI health risks can prevent you from , even when you need it.

It’s also important to remember that having a high BMI doesn’t automatically mean you’re obese. A lot of factors outside body fat may affect your BMI results, such as your height, muscle mass, and ethnicity.

For Dr. Masri, one of Miami’s top board-certified plastic surgeons, BMI is just one piece of the puzzle. He operates on men and women with a BMI as high as 45, as long as the person in question is still considered healthy. He performs all surgeries in accredited hospitals with immediate access to emergency equipment and trained staff.

Make sure to consult with Dr. Masri to see if you qualify for plus-size plastic surgery.

I do not use BMI as a sole criterion in determining one's candidacy for surgery.

As all patients have individualized goals and surgical nuances, a high BMI should not prevent them from achieving their plastic surgery goals.