Hormone changes in children with simple obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at hormone levels in children with simple obesity (obesity not caused by other medical conditions). It aims to understand how hormones are affected in simple obesity, which may help improve care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 5 and 18 years old
- You have been diagnosed with simple obesity (weight gain from eating more calories than your body uses)
- Your body mass index (BMI) is at or above the 95th percentile for your age and sex
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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