Patient's question:
Boy, 7 years old, has started primary school. This year, it has been observed that the child is getting fatter and has a very large appetite. Usually, he doesn't like to go out to play. Please ask: How should pediatric obesity and laziness be treated.Doctor's answer:
When a child suffers from obesity, parents can increase the child's physical activity and control their diet to alleviate the symptoms. Arrange activities such as swimming or jogging within the child's capacity, and encourage them to eat more vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers. Avoid giving the child high-calorie snacks such as macadamia nuts or cookies. Help the child break the habit of being inactive after meals or overeating. 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 the obesity and then receive targeted treatment.