Research
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Obesity lacks standardized diagnostic criteria and treatment targets compared to T2DM, leading to inconsistent care, underdiagnosis, and undertreatment.
If your doctor only uses BMI to diagnose obesity, ask for a more comprehensive assessment. This should include metabolic markers (blood pressure, lipids, glucose) and possibly the Edmonton Obesity Staging System to determine the severity of your condition and the appropriate treatment.
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In contrast, obesity is assessed using imprecise metrics like body mass index, lacks standardized treatment goals, and is often misunderstood as a lifestyle issue rather than a chronic, relapsing disease.
Why this rating
Based on review of diagnostic practices and guidelines.
Source
Differences between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Obesity Management: Medical, Social, and Public Health Perspectives
Soo Lim et al. · Diabetes & Metabolism Journal · 2025
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