<unk>  is a Body Mass Index (BMI) at or above the 95th percentile for children of the same gender and age. It is a serious health problem that can result in health complications.<unk>  can be caused by dietary factors, lifestyle factors, underlying medical conditions, genetic causes or certain medications.  Obesity may present with high blood pressure, shortness of breath, sleep apnea, gastroesophageal reflux, constipation, insulin resistance, constipation, or irregular menstruation. The presence of polyuria and polydipsia suggests possible diabetes, excess facial hair, insulin resistance and irregular menstruation in adolescent girls may be due to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and dry skin, constipation and intolerance to cold suggest hypothyroidism. laboratory tests indicated depend on the clinical presentation. Management of obesity includes the treatment of any underlying medical conditions and lifestyle modification.
Childhood obesity
Gestational hypertension
Choking in an infant under 1 year
Central obesity
Gestational diabetes
Sedentary lifestyle
Obesity
Diabetes in children