Symptoms of Obesity

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Adolescents who are obese often experience significant social pressure, stress, and difficulties accomplishing developmental tasks. Psychologic disturbances are also very common. The symptoms of obesity may resemble other conditions or medical problems.

The following are the most Common Symptoms that indicate an Adolescent is obese:

Accumulation of excess fat below the diaphragm and in the chest wall may put pressure on the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing and shortness of breath.
In obese persons, facial features often appear disproportionate.
There will be more fat cells in the breast region in boys.
Large abdomen (white or purple marks are sometimes present) in the case of obesity.
In males, external genitals may appear disproportionately small.
Puberty may occur early in obese persons.
Increased adiposity in the upper arms and thighs.
Genu valgum (knock kneed) is common.
More than 20% over ideal body weight. Ideal weight is based on gender, age.
Body-fat percentage greater than 30% for women and 25% for men.

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