This is a real situation. Image not to be used in a defamatory context. Obesity clinic. Obese man having his waist measured during a pre-assessment co

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This is a real situation. Image not to be used in a defamatory context. Obesity clinic. Obese man having his waist measured during a pre-assessment consultation prior to weight loss (bariatric) surgery. Surgery can be used to treat obese individuals that have been unable to lose weight through diet and exercise. As with all surgical procedures there is a risk of side-effects, including death.

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