Fifteen-minute consultation: The child with obesity.
Allison LowSophie Parry-OkedenElspeth Clare FergusonNeil P WrightCharlotte Jane ElderPublished in: Archives of disease in childhood. Education and practice edition (2021)
Obesity is common among children and young people, with potential for significant clinical consequences. The physical and psychological comorbidities associated with childhood obesity persist into adult life, but many children do not have access to tailored obesity services. We present a framework for the identification, assessment and management of childhood obesity by the non-specialist. We also offer strategies to initiate discussions about weight and to communicate effectively with patients living with obesity.
Keyphrases
- weight loss
- insulin resistance
- metabolic syndrome
- weight gain
- high fat diet induced
- type diabetes
- mental health
- palliative care
- young adults
- physical activity
- healthcare
- ejection fraction
- newly diagnosed
- body mass index
- primary care
- chronic kidney disease
- climate change
- smoking cessation
- sleep quality
- patient reported outcomes
- human health