Question
A 9-year-old child started complaining of pain yesterday, located in the middle of the left thigh. What should be done?
Answer
It is possible that this is due to growth pains, which are usually related to growth and development and are a temporary physiological phenomenon that typically does not require special treatment. When pain occurs, regional massage or heat therapy can be tried to alleviate discomfort. If the pain is frequent and severe, consider short-term use of salicylate painkillers. If the pain does not improve after taking painkillers, it is recommended to seek medical attention for a detailed examination to rule out other pathologic pain or other diseases.