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Can bow legs affect the way of walking? and should i go check with a doctor for treatment though i'm 19 years old?

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Dr. Maya Vazirani answered

Specializes in Neonatology

Bowlegs: can suggest hip dysplasia also because the center of gravity does not go through the knees can give early arthritis

Answered 8/6/2016

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A member asked:

Can bow legs affect the way of walking? and should i go check with a doctor for treatment though i'm 19 years old?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Maya Vazirani answered

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