Türkiye, Europeis the country with the highest obesity. It was emphasized that obesity is not only a aesthetic problem, but also paved the way for many serious health problems such as heart diseases, diabetes, hypertension and some types of cancer.
“32 percent of the adult population in Türkiye struggles with obesity”
Gastroenterology Specialist Opr. Dr. Salih Can Celik, “Türkiye is the country where obesity is the highest in Europe. According to the World Health Organization (DSO) data, 32 percent of the adult population in Türkiye is fighting obesity,” he said.
“It is a chronic disease”
Opr. Dr. Salih Can Celik, obesity is a curable disease, stating, “said,”Obesityis a chronic disease that directly affects the quality of life of the individual. Many factors such as genetic predisposition, misrepresentation habits, still lifestyle and stress can trigger obesity. It is possible to step into a healthy life with the right treatment methods and a disciplined follow -up process. “
“The treatment process is different for every patient”
Opr. Dr. Steel, stomach balloon, tube stomach (Sleeve gastrectomy) and gastric bypass surgical interventions such as, said that successful results in appropriate patients, he said.
Opr. Dr. Steel, “Every patient’s treatment process is different. Our aim is not to support our patients not only to lose weight, but also to gain permanent results by gaining healthy eating and regular exercise habits,” he said.
“Early diagnosis is important”
Emphasizing that early diagnosis and treatment of obesity is of great importance Opr. Dr. Steel, individuals to protect their health to get professional support from an expert is a critical step, he said. Steel, the correct treatment methods can be controlled by obesity and thus a healthier life will be possible, he said.
(UAV)