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What causes growing pains?
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Cause is unknown: A common musculoskeletal complaint in pediatrics , usually occurs at night in a child with normal examination and no symptom during the day. A diagnosis of growing pain is made only after a detailed assessment to exclude serious conditions. The child's discomfort needs to be acknowledged, pain mgt. when indicated. Follow up to monitor clinical course for reassurance & to minimize false diagnosis
Answered 6/5/2016
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