Risks of Morbid Obesity 
 
 
 
 

If you are morbidly obese, you have a much greater risk of developing a variety of serious medical conditions compared to individuals who are not obese.  You may develop health problems at a younger age.  Some of these conditions may include:

  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Stroke
  • Difficulty getting pregnant and complications during pregnancy
  • Sleep apnea
  • Some forms of cancer