Patient's question:
My child is 10 years old and weighs 50 kilograms. Recently, I've noticed that her lower legs are excessively thick and have cracked skin patterns.Doctor's answer:
In medicine, children whose weight exceeds 20% of the average standard weight calculated based on their height are referred to as having pediatric obesity. Exceeding 20-29% is classified as mild obesity, 30-49% as moderate obesity, and over 50% as severe obesity. While dietary control can be effective, pediatric obesity has long been a concern for parents. When treating this condition, general treatment should be considered. Only by using standardized methods can parents help children recover from the disease quickly and prevent it from affecting their growth and development. Therefore, it is essential for parents to seek prompt medical help for their children as soon as a health issue arises.