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Is It Normal If The Bone At The Head Of The Fibula Sticks Out In A 10 Yr Old Child?
Hi,
My daughter is 10, I have noticed that on the outside of her leg, at the head of the fibula the bone really sticks out, is this normal? (Blount disease??)
I have read that this can effect the peroneus longus, which gives ankle bone pain which she has been complaining about recently.
Any comments or suggestions?
Regards
Rob
My daughter is 10, I have noticed that on the outside of her leg, at the head of the fibula the bone really sticks out, is this normal? (Blount disease??)
I have read that this can effect the peroneus longus, which gives ankle bone pain which she has been complaining about recently.
Any comments or suggestions?
Regards
Rob
posted on
Wed, 29 Jan 2014
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Thu, 30 Jan 2014
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Blounts is a possibility, as well as Legg-Calve-Perthes and a number of other benign conditions. All are easily treatable. I recommend seeing an orthopedist who will be able to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the appropriate treatment. You should consult your pediatrician so the proper referral can be made.
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