Condition
Obesity
Also known as: Overweight, Excess weight.
Official WHO classification (ICD-11): 5B81Source
Excessive accumulation of body fat that poses a risk to health.
Obesity is a chronic and multifactorial disease. Care involves nutrition, guided physical activity, medical follow-up, and, in some cases, pharmacological or surgical treatment. Nutritionists, physicians, and physical education professionals work together.
Health professionals who treat it
Where to find care for obesity
Frequently asked questions
What is obesity?
Excessive accumulation of body fat that poses a risk to health.
Which health professional should you see for obesity?
On ListaMed, obesity is usually managed by nutricionistas, médicos and educadores físicos. The right choice depends on each person's condition and professional assessment.
When should you seek professional help?
Obesity is a chronic and multifactorial disease. Care involves nutrition, guided physical activity, medical follow-up, and, in some cases, pharmacological or surgical treatment. Nutritionists, physicians, and physical education professionals work together.
Does Obesity have other names?
It also appears as Overweight and Excess weight. In the WHO International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11), the code is 5B81.
Can I book an online consultation?
Yes. On ListaMed you can compare verified health professionals, see the available formats (online, in person or at home) and book directly with the professional you choose.