Patient's question:
Yesterday, when I came home from school, I said my left leg hurts and I can't walk. I'm afraid to bend my leg. The pain isn't particularly severe, but I just don't want to bend my leg or walk. I have to drag my leg. Tapping my left leg doesn't hurt, but bending it does. There are no visible injuries, and I haven't fallen. What's going on?Additionally, my son is quite tall every time he gets a physical exam, and he's thin. He doesn't exercise much and doesn't eat a lot. He's currently taking "Happy Growth" vitamin pills. Could this be growing pains? How should I handle it? What supplements should I take? He has had leg pain before, but it hasn't been this noticeable this time.
Doctor's answer:
Medical Analysis: Hello, the condition you mentioned may be growing pains. Suggestions: Consider calcium supplementation, and follow the doctor's advice regarding specific usage and precautions.