Supermorbid obese condition

What does "Supermorbid obese condition" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Supermorbid obesity is a term used in medicine to describe a person who is extremely overweight. This is not just a little bit of extra weight, but a significant amount that is likely to have serious effects on a person's health. It's usually measured by something called a body mass index, or BMI, and a person with supermorbid obesity would have a very high BMI. This condition can lead to a variety of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.

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