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1. Which doctor should I consult for blount’s disease?
You should consult a pediatric orthopedic (bone specialist for children) surgeon.
2. Can bowed legs be considered to be a deformity?
Yes, this is true in case of blount’s disease. but in case of physiological bowed legs, it is not considered to be a deformity as it becomes normal with age.
You should consult a pediatric orthopedic (bone specialist for children) surgeon.
2. Can bowed legs be considered to be a deformity?
Yes, this is true in case of blount’s disease. but in case of physiological bowed legs, it is not considered to be a deformity as it becomes normal with age.
3. Is blount’s disease genetic?
A genetic link has been suggested as a possible cause of blount’s disease.
4. Can bowed legs cause knee problems?
Yes, especially if left untreated.
5. How can I tell if my child has blount’s disease?
If you see bowing of one or both of the legs, it could be due to blount’s disease and you should immediately consult a pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
6. Is it possible to cure blount’s disease?
Yes, if diagnosed at an early age and with timely treatment.
A genetic link has been suggested as a possible cause of blount’s disease.
4. Can bowed legs cause knee problems?
Yes, especially if left untreated.
5. How can I tell if my child has blount’s disease?
If you see bowing of one or both of the legs, it could be due to blount’s disease and you should immediately consult a pediatric orthopedic surgeon.
6. Is it possible to cure blount’s disease?
Yes, if diagnosed at an early age and with timely treatment.
