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Answered by Dr. Harshvardhan Deshpande

Should a 70-year-old woman consider weight loss surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. As you have indicated, you are currently facing significant health challenges, including obesity, diabetes mellitus, and severe knee arthritis that has restricted your mobility. These conditions can be particularly daunting, but there are steps you can take to improve your situation. Firstly, I recommend scheduling an appointment with an endocrinologist.

June 1, 2026

Is amblyopia related to obesity and PCOD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Regarding PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) and obesity, they are interrelated and occur as a result of hormonal changes. A low-fat diet, daily exercise, and medications from a gynecologist will help you in controlling PCOD. On the other hand, amblyopia is a disorder of the optic nerve wherein, during development, one of the two eyes becomes dominant and the other is suppressed. This can happen because of a congenital cataract, refractive error, squint, idiopathic, or familial connection.

June 24, 2024

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