Am I Obese?
Obesity is calculated by Body Mass Index.
Body Mass Index = Weight / Height x Height
| BMI |
Classification |
Health Risk |
| 19-25 |
Normal Weight |
Normal |
| 25-30 |
Overweight |
Increased Risk |
| 30-40 |
Obese |
High Risk |
| 40-50 |
Morbid Obese |
Very High Risk |
| Above 50 |
Super Morbid Obese |
Extremely High Risk |
For example, a 1.60m (160cm) tall person is;
- in Normal Weight category if weighs 49-64kg
- in Overweight category if weighs 65-77kg
- in Obesity category if weighs 78-102kg
- in Morbid Obesity category if weighs 103-127kg
- in Super Morbid Obesity category if weighs 128-153kg
- in Super Super Morbid Obesity category if weighs more than 154kg.
Who Is Suitable For Obesity Surgery
If you are between 18-65 years old, your BMI is above 40kg/m2 or your BMI is between 35-40kg/m2 and have obesity related comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea...etc.), you haven't been able to lose weight with diet and exercise, you are suitable for obesity surgery.
Is There A Relationship Between Diabetes and Obesity?
What are the risks of obesity?
Which surgical methods are applied for obesity?
Which surgical method is applied to whom?
What are the results of obesity surgery?
Is obesity surgery safe?
How are the surgeries done?
What is the process for patients who have applied for surgery?
Can I have pain after surgery?
How long does it take to lose weight after surgery?
Can I gain weight after surgery?
When can I return to work after surgery?
