Question

A child who is 99 centimeters tall and weighs 20 kilograms frequently experiences pain below the knees, which can occur during increased physical activity or even at rest. The pain usually persists from the afternoon into the evening. Sometimes it affects one leg, and sometimes it alternates between both legs, with most cases involving the right leg. The child has previously been diagnosed with growth pains by a doctor, and trace element tests have shown deficiencies in iron and calcium, but no X-rays or other detailed examinations have been conducted. Is it necessary to undergo more detailed examinations, and how can the cause of the pain be accurately diagnosed?

Answer

It is recommended to bring the child to a hospital for trace element testing to confirm whether the pain is due to calcium deficiency. Based on the current test results, if no other abnormalities are found, it may be growth pains, and there is usually no need to worry. Appropriate calcium supplementation can be considered. I hope this information is helpful to you, thank you.