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[Drunken Irishman]

31. There is a difference between being fat and morbidly obese.

I agree that doctors can be harsh about weight, especially if you're just overweight or even marginally obese.

It's a whole nother story if you're significantly obese. People who are so overweight they struggle to even remain mobile are likely going to hear it from the doctor.

Why? Because someone that overweight can't be healthy. And the doctor is going to get on your case about it knowing continued ignoring of that morbid obesity is going to lead to further health problems.

It's no different than smoking.

My parents smoked for years and years and even when they seemed healthy, the doctor was always bringing it around to their smoking because it was wholly unhealthy and could lead to debilitating issues down the road. So, it's not a surprise a doctor will harp on someone's weight - especially if they're significantly obese.

The astonishing thing for me is just how little accountability super morbidly obese people take with their weight. It's a mix of denial and the inability to want to change. I get the last part because it's hard but if you're a couple hundred pounds overweight, don't get upset if the doctor points it out. Just like I'm sure smokers have accepted they'll be called out too about their smoking.

I'd expect that from any doctor and so should you. Why would a doctor ignore an unhealthy habit, even if it wasn't directly tied to the reason you're visiting at the time? That's just straight up malpractice.