ABSTRACT

Obesity is a substantial risk factor for a number of serious non-communicable diseases and disorders; however, it is not a fatal disease. Obesity is more prevalent in women and is regarded as a middle-risk factor for major chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and chronic respiratory problems. Objectives: The objectives of the study is to assess the prevalence and perceived health problems of obesity among obesity women Methods: The research design used for this study was non experimental descriptive research design. Through the use of a non-probability convenient sampling technique, 80 samples were chosen who satisfied the standards for inclusion. Through a structured interview questionnaire, the health problems and perceived prevalence of obesity among the obese women were evaluated. Utilizing both descriptive and inferential statistics, the data were analyzed. Results: The majority of the women 42 (52.5%) were falls in mild obesity, 29 (36.25%) were falls in moderate obesity and 9 (11.25%) were falls in severe obesity. The results shown that there was a significant association between the demographic variables chosen and lower back pain, being exhausted frequently while walking and doing light work, being unable to sleep for an extended period of time in the supine position, and feeling out of breath after performing any heavy work among obese women's perceived health issues. The statistically significant was p<0.05 level. Conclusion: The study concluded that there was a substantial correlation between the demographic factors and the perceived health issues associated with obesity. Therefore, the findings could assist nurses who work in the neighbourhood or ward to inform obese women and their families about obesity and its health problems. Keywords: Obesity, Perceived, Women
Publication date: 01/04/2024

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2024/13.4.7916