Questions
What dietary recommendations are there for growth pain symptoms? How long does treatment typically take? Are there risks associated with surgery?
Answers
The symptoms of growth pain are primarily caused by the rapid growth of bones exceeding the surrounding tissues, which results in pain due to the stretching of nerves, tendons, and muscles around the long bones of the limbs. It is recommended to consume foods high in calcium, such as dairy products and legumes, as well as foods rich in vitamin D, such as animal liver and egg yolks, to promote calcium absorption. The duration of treatment varies from person to person; generally, as the natural process of growth pain progresses, symptoms will gradually diminish. As for surgical risks, surgery is usually only considered in a very few severe cases, and risks will be thoroughly evaluated by the doctor before the procedure.