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My 5 yr old daughter complains of leg/joint pain daily. especially at night time. could it just be growing pains? she can also be lethargic at times

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See details: There is no such thing as growing pains. Speak with the child's pediatrician.

Answered 2/11/2015

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Leg pain: yes can be growing pains, but if happening daily can potentially be more. Should be looked into further with their pediatrician, especially to rule out any type of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 5/14/2015

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A member asked:

My 5 yr old daughter complains of leg/joint pain daily. especially at night time. could it just be growing pains? she can also be lethargic at times

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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Dr Ali agreed

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