Question
My son is 2 years old and has been gaining weight rapidly over the past few weeks. He has a large appetite and is very lazy. How should pediatric obesity and lethargy be diagnosed and treated?
Answer
When a child shows signs of obesity, parents should help them through exercise and healthy eating. You can have your child engage in aerobic activities like jogging, climbing hills, swimming, etc., while encouraging them to eat more vegetables that can help improve obesity, such as winter melon and green beans. It’s important to avoid exposing your child to high-calorie foods like cakes, potato chips, and cola, and not to allow your child to get into the habit of lying down immediately after eating without moving. It is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital as soon as possible if the condition is severe during treatment, in order to receive targeted treatment.