Patient's question:
My child is a boy, 9 years old. This year, I noticed that my child is getting fatter and eating a very large amount. Even when I ask him to exercise, he doesn't want to. Could you please advise on how to diagnose and treat child obesity?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. Aerobic exercises like swimming or jogging can be arranged for the child, and they should consume more vegetables, such as tomatoes and cucumbers. Fried foods and dried fruits should be avoided, as they are high in empty calories and fat. In daily life, it is important not to let the child eat snacks in bed or lie down immediately after eating, as these poor habits can lead to fat accumulation. During the treatment of childhood obesity, if the aforementioned methods do not alleviate the child's symptoms, it is important to promptly visit a hospital to identify the underlying causes and prevent the condition from worsening.