Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving and crying non-stop lately. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Is it normal for a 16-year-old to have growing pains?Doctor's answer:
If you grew rapidly at the age of 16, it can be considered normal. The growth of the periosteum is slower than that of the bones. If the bones grow faster, they can pull on the periosteum, leading to local pain and other symptoms. It is recommended that you visit an orthopedic department in the hospital for a face-to-face consultation to determine if everything is normal. You need to avoid excessive stress and maintain a regular lifestyle, engage in regular physical exercise, avoid smoking and drinking beer, and prevent overworking.