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Obesity increases the risk of which of the following conditions?
Correct Incorrect Obesity, defined as excessive accumulation of body fat (typically with a BMI ≥30 kg/m²), is a leading modifiable risk factor for the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus. The pathophysiological link centers on obesity-induced insulin resistance, where body tissues become less responsive to insulin, leading to elevated blood glucose levels. This metabolic dysfunction affects multiple systems, including the endocrine and cardiovascular systems, and contributes to the progression of the insulin resistance spectrum. Clinical management focuses on weight reduction through diet, exercise, behavioral therapy, and sometimes pharmacological or surgical interventions to prevent or delay the onset of diabetes.