Patient's question:
Should the underwear for the child be briefs or boxers? My son is 7 years old and has never worn underwear. I bought him a few pairs, but he only wears them for a while before taking them off. I bought all briefs, but my colleague advised me to buy boxers instead. At his age, should he be wearing briefs or boxers? How can I get my child to wear underwear obediently?Doctor's answer:
These two are not related; it doesn't matter if the child doesn't wear underwear or triangle-shaped ones, or if they wear flat-angle ones—it's just that the child isn't used to it. Generally, triangle underwear is more beneficial for physical growth. Flat-angle pants are usually worn by adults because of the advantages in their design. Even if the little chicken grows and becomes erect, it won't feel any discomfort. So you should educate the child that every kid wears this way. Not wearing underwear is very ugly. Both parents wear them, so the father should take the lead in teaching.