Weight Management
Obesity is a chronic condition and losing weight can be more complex than eating less and increasing exercise. For people living with obesity, losing weight causes changes within the levels of hormones that affect your appetite.
Weight loss can have positive impacts on your overall health and reduce the many health risks associated with overweight and obesity including;
Stroke, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiac Failure, Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes, Polycystic Ovary syndrome, Gastrointestinal issues, kidney, prostate, urinary incontinence (women), sexual dysfunction (men), Sleep apnoea, Osteoarthritis, back, foot and mobility disorders and pain, reproductive disorders, and mental health disorders.
You don’t need to battle weight management on your own. By taking the first step and talking with your doctor to get support needed to successful weight loss.
What information to bring to your appointment
- Details about your medical history
- What medications you take
- Any health concerns you have
- You may need to talk discuss your mood, sleep, and eating habits
Think about some questions to ask your doctor
- What should my goal weight be?
- How long will it take to achieve my goal?
- What health conditions am I at risk of developing?
- What type of exercise is recommended?
- What types of foods should I be eating?
- Do I need to see a specialist?
Looking for a local GP in the Sutherland Shire to discuss your health condition?
Our experienced GPs at Shire Doctors and Dentists take the time to assess your symptoms and use their experience and knowledge to assist you feeling good again.
Call 02 9063 8650 to book your GP consultation for weight management.
