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My son is 14months old and he is very bowlegged. his pedatrition said it would fix itself when hes 1. its gotten worse. should i call a orthopedic?

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Probably: If worsening, altho your pediatrician is uaually correct, there is a condition that if worsens needs ortho.

Answered 4/21/2019

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Dr. George Gantsoudes answered

Specializes in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Bowing of the legs: In the vast majority of cases, bowing (genu varum) completely resolves without any treatment. This occurs by age two. Bowing is never normal after age two. The issue is differentiating between physiologic bowing and blount's disease. A pediatric orthopaedist is the best resource, and he should be seen between 18-24 months of age to make this determination.

Answered 12/7/2012

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Bowlegged: The general answer to this is that bowing can increase up to age 18 months. Yet good quality films and orthopedic exam can rule out pathology.

Answered 12/29/2022

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Yes: An orthopedic opinion will give u satisfaction ; b sure of the diagnosis.

Answered 11/14/2013

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