Doctors Often Avoid 'Overweight' and 'Obesity' Terms in Weight Discussions with Patients

This study analyzed 123 primary care consultations with adults having type 2 diabetes and elevated BMI, revealing that weight was discussed in only 39% of visits. Clinicians tended to avoid using potentially stigmatizing words like 'overweight' and 'obesity,' and weight-related discussions were more common among patients using GLP-1 receptor agonists. The findings highlight communication patterns around weight in clinical settings.

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