Patterns of multimorbidity across obesity severity and fat distribution in Anhui, China: a community-based study

Both overweight and obesity are independent risk factors for multimorbidity, and males exhibit significantly higher multimorbidity risks than females. Individuals with obesity are more vulnerable to multiple coexisting conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. Therefore, adopting health management and intervention measures for obesity individuals can help control multimorbidity.