Patient's question:
Girl baby, currently 2 years old. In recent weeks, I've noticed that my child is getting fatter and seems to be eating very unconstrainedly, and also very lazy. Please ask: How should pediatric obesity with a lack of exercise be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child is overweight, you can first help them increase physical activity and control their diet to alleviate the symptoms. You can start by teaching them to swim, as the resistance of water during swimming is much greater than the resistance of air during land exercises, leading to faster fat consumption. Additionally, encourage the child to eat more high-fiber foods, such as spinach and carrots, and avoid foods high in fat, like fried chicken and cakes. If the child tends to lie down after eating, parents should definitely help them correct this unhealthy habit. During the treatment for pediatric obesity, if the condition is severe, it is recommended that parents first take the child to the hospital for a check-up to determine the cause of obesity and then provide targeted treatment.