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My 13month old daughter suddenly started falling down while walking and not being able to put weight on her right leg. she doesn't seem to be in pain.

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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Please take her to: her pediatrician. She may have an injury that you didn't witness, an inflammation in her hip from a virus or bacteria or a nerve or muscle problem. The only way to tell for sure is to have her examined by her doctor or an orthopedist.

Answered 2/23/2015

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A member asked:

My 13month old daughter suddenly started falling down while walking and not being able to put weight on her right leg. she doesn't seem to be in pain.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

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