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