Patient's question:
My son, who is 7 years old this year, has become increasingly plump over the past year. At the same time, he eats more food than most children and is particularly lazy. I am asking: How should pediatric obesity with a lack of exercise be diagnosed and treated?Doctor's answer:
If a child suffers from obesity, parents should improve the situation through exercise and dietary changes. They can start by encouraging the child to engage in aerobic exercises, such as jogging, hill climbing, and swimming. The child should be given more foods like apples, kiwis, and carrots. It is essential not to let the child consume high-calorie foods, such as cakes, chips, and cola. Additionally, the child should not go to sleep immediately after eating or snack while lying on the sofa. During the treatment for childhood obesity, if parents notice that the child's condition is severe, they should promptly take the child to the hospital to identify the cause and receive targeted treatment.