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Obesity in Children Risks: Experts of Sarojini Naidu Medical College, Agra have warned that thick and dark folds on the neck of children and adults may not be an ordinary skin problem but an early sign of diabetes.
Agra: The effect of changing lifestyle and wrong eating habits is now increasingly visible on the health of children and youth. Such changes have started appearing in the body of children who spend hours on mobile, TV and video games, which can be signs of many serious diseases. Meanwhile, expert doctors of Sarojini Naidu Medical College, Agra have shared an important information, which parents and youth need to take seriously.
Thick and dark folds on the neck are a sign of diabetes
Dr. Prabhat Aggarwal, diabetes specialist of Sarojini Naidu Medical College, said that the appearance of thick and black folds on the neck is not an ordinary dirt or skin disease. In medical language it is called acanthosis nigricans and it indicates increasing insulin resistance in the body. This condition is one of the early symptoms of diabetes. Dr. Aggarwal clarified that this blackness cannot be cleaned with soap or cleanser and ignoring it can pose a serious danger.
Symptoms found in study on 60 children
According to Dr. Prabhat Aggarwal, recently a study was conducted on 60 children, in which 4 children were found to have thick and black necks. The surprising thing is that 2 out of these 4 children also had diabetes. These children spent most of their time at home on mobile, TV and computer and did not do outdoor sports or exercise. This reduced their physical activity and increased obesity, which can gradually turn into a serious disease like diabetes.
Why is the neck black?
Dr. Aggarwal told that black marks and thick folds on the neck are formed when insulin in the body does not work properly. The body starts producing more insulin and darkening appears on the skin. This is not a skin disease but an early sign of diabetes. Ignoring this symptom can lead to serious health problems in future.
Know prevention measures from experts
Dr. Prabhat Aggarwal said that the easiest and most effective way to prevent this situation is for children and youth to participate in outdoor sports regularly. Children should be involved in cycling, running, swimming and field sports. These activities keep the body active and reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes. He said that today children spend more time indoors, which reduces physical activity and increases obesity, which can cause many diseases.
Tips for parents
Dr. Aggarwal appealed to the parents that if black marks or thick folds are seen on the neck of their children, they should immediately consult a doctor. Motivate children to play outdoors for at least an hour every day. Limit junk food and sweet drinks at home and adopt an active lifestyle with a regular routine. With proper eating habits and regular exercise, children’s health remains better and the risk of diabetes can be reduced.
