Patient's question:
Doctor, my son is 5 years old, but he is a little chubby. He cannot lie flat when taking a nap at night, and even a slight movement makes him say he can't breathe. The doctor said this is pediatric obesity hypoventilation syndrome. So, how should pediatric obesity hypoventilation syndrome be treated the best?Doctor's answer:
Obese children generally tend to experience muscle relaxation in the throat during deep sleep, which can lead to respiratory narrowing and the symptom of snoring. It is generally recommended to implement a diet to alleviate snoring. Snoring can often lead to breathing pauses, causing the body to choke, presenting as a symptom of poor ventilation. On a daily basis, it is advisable to adopt a low-fat diet and engage in regular physical exercise to reduce body weight.