Patient's question:
Baby is six months and a few days old. Today, I suddenly noticed that when he stands, his right leg is straight while his left knee is always bent. However, when I pull it straight for comparison, it looks the same. Could this be a problem with the hip joint?Doctor's answer:
First, it is not recommended to let a six-month-old child stand frequently, as many have hip joint diseases. If there is suspicion that the condition is caused by hip dysplasia, it is generally characterized by asymmetrical gluteal folds on both sides. People with meniscus damage may exhibit leg length discrepancy. Individuals with synovitis and joint effusion will experience pain in the joint during both active and passive movements, and children may refuse to move or cry because they are too young to express their discomfort. It is best to consult a doctor at a local private Grade III-A hospital's orthopedics or pediatric surgery clinic for a detailed examination and, if necessary, an MRI for a definitive diagnosis. All these are non-invasive examinations.