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What Causes Bowed Legs?
my 7 yr old son keeps wearing the the heels of his shoes out he was diagnosed at the age of 2 at the shriners with having bowed legs they said it wasnt bad enough for any kind of braces do you think this has anything to do with him dragging his heals like he does
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Hello,
It is typical of rickets. Consult a pediatrician and get evaluated. You will probably improve with calcium supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It is typical of rickets. Consult a pediatrician and get evaluated. You will probably improve with calcium supplements.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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