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Childhood obesity.

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  • 1Division of Pediatric Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, Kalawati Saran Children's Hospital, Bangla Sahib Road, New Delhi 110001, India. anjuseth.peds@gmail.com

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Childhood obesity is a growing concern, particularly in India, linked to lifestyle changes. General physicians play a vital role in diagnosing, treating, and preventing childhood obesity through family-centered lifestyle modifications.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Public Health
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Childhood obesity is a significant medical and social issue, especially in developing countries like India.
  • It is increasingly prevalent in higher socioeconomic groups due to Western lifestyle adoption.
  • Risk factors include high-calorie diets, reduced physical activity, increased screen time, genetics, and socio-cultural factors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the approach to diagnosis and work-up of childhood obesity.
  • To discuss treatment strategies for childhood obesity.
  • To highlight preventive measures for childhood obesity from a general physician's viewpoint.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature and clinical guidelines on childhood obesity.
  • Focus on the role of general physicians in managing childhood obesity.
  • Emphasis on family-centered lifestyle interventions.

Main Results:

  • Obese children and adolescents face increased risks of medical complications like insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and metabolic syndrome.
  • Central obesity is often associated with insulin resistance.
  • Early identification and intervention are crucial.

Conclusions:

  • General physicians are pivotal in the prevention and management of childhood obesity.
  • A holistic, family-based approach involving lifestyle modification is essential.
  • Addressing childhood obesity requires a multi-faceted strategy encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.