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Why do i walk weird? many people have commented this to me and i do sort of walk like a penguin. kind of developed over last couple years

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Dr. Gregory Sysyn answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Change in Gait.: This may be normal. It also may require evaluation by MD. Has your weight increased? Recent growth spurt? Recent injury? If people are commenting, and you are posting here, then it is bothersome. A good place to start is evaluation by an MD.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/12/2014

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A member asked:

Why do i walk weird? many people have commented this to me and i do sort of walk like a penguin. kind of developed over last couple years

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gregory Sysyn answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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