Question
Doctor, hello. My son has been growing very quickly recently, and he’s grown quite tall. He told me he’s feeling some pain in his body, and a friend mentioned it might be growth pains. Hello, doctor, what are growth pains?
Answer
Growth pains generally occur in adolescents with rapid growth, mainly because the bones grow faster than the tendons, especially in some long bones. This leads to the recurrence of growth pain. There is no need for special treatment in this case. Just make sure to provide your child with a diet rich in nutrition, including high-quality proteins like milk and eggs. Also, ensure your child avoids severe activities and gets enough rest. If the pain is severe, regional heat therapy can be considered.