Obese Men

With millions of obese men living in the United States, it is extremely important that we be aware of the health effects associated with male obesity, as well as the treatment options available for obese adults. Read the sections below to learn more about this topic.

Obesity and Men - Health Problems

Obesity is believed to increase the risk of a number of serious conditions and diseases.

General Health Risks

Because obese men tend to store fat in their upper body, and women store fat in their lower bodies, obese men are more likely than obese women to develop diabetes and heart disease. They are also at an increased risk of developing:

• High blood pressure
• Stroke
• Pulmonary complications
• Arthritis
• Sleep apnea
• Gout

To this end, recent studies have shown that obese men spend an average of $700 more a year on medicine than their non-obese peers.

Cancer

Obese men are more likely than men who maintain a healthy weight to develop cancer of the:

• Colon
• Rectum
• Prostate
• Kidney
• Esophagus

 Infertility Issues

Obese men also face an increased risk of infertility due to lower sperm motility.

Find a Bariatric Surgeon in Your Area

Morbidly obese men can take control of their weight by undergoing bariatric surgery to help them lose weight and adhere to a new healthy lifestyle. Speak to a weight loss surgeon that works out of your area to find out if you are a good candidate for treatment.