Children with MS are at increased risk of becoming obese in childhood
Thursday, May 12, 2011 - 06:00
in Health & Medicine
(Medical Xpress) -- In addition to the health problems children with multiple sclerosis face, a risk of obesity has entered the picture. A new study conducted by pediatric MS specialists at the University at Buffalo has found that children with multiple sclerosis and other pediatric demyelinating disorders are at increased risk of childhood obesity, compared to children without these disorders.