Medical Terms for Weight Loss: Weight Reduction & Management

In medical terminology, weight loss is referred to as:

  • Weight reduction
  • Weight management

It involves intentional body weight decrease via:

  • Dietary modification
  • Physical activity
  • Behavioral changes
  • Medical interventions (pharmacotherapy, bariatric surgery)

Medically indicated for overweight/obesity with comorbidities (CVD, diabetes, certain cancers).

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