There are three main categories to consider. The first, a red flag, is recurrent limb pains waking the child every night, with pain in the same limb and the same part of the limb. This is often the first sign of a bone tumour; some are benign, but some, such as Ewing’s sarcoma, are malignant.
When should I worry about my child’s leg pain?
Consult your child’s care provider if you’re concerned about your child’s leg pain or the pain is: Persistent. Still present in the morning. Severe enough to interfere with your child’s usual activities.
What are the red flags of pediatrics?
Pediatric red flags can be divided into three categories: physical, behavioral, and communication related. Physical red flags include things like delays in motor skills or abnormalities in physical appearance. Behavioral red flags includes social withdrawal or aggressive behaviors.
Why is my 3 year old complaining of joint pain?
Growing pains are one of the most common causes of joint pain in children between the ages of three and 12. It typically affects the legs but can also affect the arms and can be crampy, episodic and severe.
What does it mean when a child keeps complaining about leg pain?
Some young people may continue to experience growing pains into their early adolescence or teenage years. Pain may be experienced in the legs – often the calf, front of thigh or behind the knees – and is often worse in the afternoon or evening. Sometimes, the pain can wake a child from their sleep.
