Inflammation of the peritoneum is called peritonitis. The inflammation is caused by a fungal or bacterial infection, usually due to an injury to your abdomen, an underlying medical condition, or a treatment device, such as a dialysis catheter or feeding tube.
Obesity is common, serious and costly. More than one-third of U.S. adults (34.9% or 78.6 million) are obese. Adult Obesity Facts.
An adult is considered normal or healthy when his or her body mass index is between 18 and 25, and there isn't yet a different range for people older than 65. A BMI over 25 is classified as overweight and a BMI over 30 is classified as obese, with increased health risks.