Growing Pains Flashcards

1
Q

What age of child is usually affected by growing pains?

A

3-12 years old

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2
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When should growing pains be suspected?

A

Child complaining of pain in the legs with no obvious cause

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3
Q

What is the rheumatological name for growing pains?

A

Benign idiopathic nocturnal limb pains of childhood

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4
Q

When should a child never have growing pains?

A

Never present at the start of the day after the child has woken

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5
Q

What wouldn’t be present in a child presenting with growing pains?

A

no limp
no limitation of physical activity

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6
Q

What would be normal in a child presenting with growing pains?

A

systemically well
normal physical examination
motor milestones normal

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7
Q

When are the symptoms of growing pains worse?

A

After a day of vigorous activity

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8
Q

How do the symptoms of growing pains present?

A

Intermittent

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