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Legg-Calve-Perthes disease is when the ball of the thighbone in the hip doesn't get enough blood, causing the bone to die. |
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Symptoms
The first symptom is often limping, usually painless. Other symptoms may include: Knee pain; Persistent thigh or groi...
Causes
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease usually occurs in boys 4 - 10 years old. There are many theories about the cause of this d...
Tests
During a physical examination, the health care provider will look for a loss in hip motion and a typical limp. A hip ...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to keep the ball of the thighbone inside the socket. Your health care provider may call this...
Complications
Osteoarthritis may develop later in life. Early recognition and proper treatment of Legg-Calve-Perthes disease may mi...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if a child develops any symptoms of this disorder.
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