What Causes Hypothalamic Obesity (Hyob)?

HyOb can be caused by:

  • Brain tumors: These can damage the hypothalamus.

  • Injuries: Accidents or other damage to the brain can also affect the hypothalamus.

  • Surgery or radiation: Treatment for brain tumors can sometimes harm the hypothalamus.

  • Genetic problems: In some cases, people are born with genetic issues that affect the hypothalamus.