Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 2 years old. Recently, I've noticed that my child is getting fatter and has a very large appetite. He doesn't like to play outdoors often. Could you please tell me: How should pediatric obesity be treated?Doctor's answer:
A child is experiencing obesity. Parents should alleviate the symptoms through exercise and a healthy diet. Parents should supervise the child to engage in aerobic exercises like jogging and swimming, and encourage them to eat more fruits rich in vitamin C, such as apples and kiwis. High-calorie snacks like macadamia nuts and cookies should be avoided. Parents should address the child's reluctance to exercise and picky eating habits in daily life. If the condition is severe during the treatment for childhood obesity, 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.