Patient's question:
Hello, could my child (around 4-5 years old) have periostitis? My child fell yesterday morning and played all afternoon. By evening, they said their leg was sore. This morning, they couldn't move their leg much and couldn't turn over. When taken to the hospital, the doctor diagnosed periostitis and recommended traction treatment. They are already undergoing treatment, but there has been no significant improvement. Due to the pain, the child is crying constantly. If it is periostitis, what other treatments are available? Can it be cured? What causes periostitis in children? How can it be prevented in the future?Age of onset and duration of this illness: 2 days
Medical history: None
Doctor's answer:
Periosteitis of the calf primarily occurs when the calf muscles are in a prolonged state of tension. Since the muscles attach to the periosteum, repeated and long-term pulling of the periosteum by the muscles can lead to microtears in the periosteum. Local vasodilation, congestion, and edema then result in periosteitis.Some children with upper respiratory infections may also experience leg pain, which is often caused by the infection leading to knee periosteitis. Once the upper respiratory infection improves, the leg pain will typically subside.
Children with this condition should pay attention to calcium supplementation, consuming 250 to 350 milliliters of milk and 40 to 50 grams of soybeans or soy products daily. Additionally, taking fish oil supplements and ensuring adequate vitamin intake is recommended.
Treatment can involve applying traditional Chinese medicine topical ointments externally. With one course of treatment, recovery can be achieved.