Patient's question:
How should a child with X-shaped legs be treated? Is it necessary to go to the hospital for treatment? How long will it take for the condition to improve? Please help me!Doctor's answer:
Hello, the medical term for "X-leg" is genu valgum. There are over 40 diseases that can cause it, but more than 70% of genu valgum is caused by rickets. When it comes to surgical correction, mild cases can have fat removed from the inner side of the knee to shape the legs, which is simple and effective; severe cases can undergo external fixation therapy, with a treatment period of about 6 to 8 weeks. It is recommended to let the child get more sun exposure, as direct sunlight is most effective. Now, it is recommended to give the baby a vitamin D3 injection.