Hypothalamic Obesity (HyOb)
What Is Hypothalamic Obesity? Hypothalamic Obesity (HyOb) is a rare and complex condition resulting from damage or dysfunction of the hypothalamus, often due to tumors (such as craniopharyngiomas), surgery, trauma, or genetic disorders. The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in regulating appetite, metabolism, and energy balance. In HyOb, impaired signaling leads to uncontrollable weight gain,…