Paediatric obesity has become one of the most global health challenges of the 21st century. Its prevalence has dramatically increased over the past few decades, with significant consequences for child development and long-term health.
Paediatric obesity is not only a matter of excess weight, but it is a complex condition with multifactorial origins. Genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices all contribute. Obesity in children is linked to a spectrum of endocrine comorbidities, including type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome, and central precocious puberty.
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