1- Trauma
Bone fracture, hemarthrosis (bleeding into the joint) and soft tissue injury
2-Joint Fever (Temporary Synovitis)
Temporary synovitis is a common cause of limping in children. It is a painful condition caused by inflammation of the hip joint membrane (synovia) in children.
Symptoms:
Transient synovitis is a common ailment, usually in children aged 3-8 years. Sudden onset of unilateral pain in the hip and groin area. Because of this, the child cannot walk or is lame.
Often, families complain about their child that "when he went to bed in the evening, there was nothing, he started to limp in the morning." The child says that his knee hurts. Children with Transient Synovitis may not have fever.
Causes:
Transient synovitis usually develops as a result of viral infections. In particular, viruses such as upper respiratory tract infections, influenza or adenovirus can affect the child's immune system, causing inflammation around the joint.
Treatment:
Transient synovitis in children usually resolves on its own within 3-7 days without sequelae.
Treatment is usually aimed at relieving symptoms. Pain relievers with anti-inflammatory effects can be used.
In case of fever, redness and swelling in the joint area along with similar complaints, a very serious joint inflammation called “septic arthritis” may have developed. Attention should be paid to this.
3- Septic arthritis is a rare joint infection that can lead to serious consequences in children. It usually occurs as a result of bacterial infections and requires prompt medical attention.
Symptoms:
High fever
Severe pain and tenderness in the involved joint
Infected joint characterized by swelling, redness, and warmth p>
Early diagnosis of septic arthritis in children is important.
&nb sp;• Physical examination
• Blood tests
• diagnosis is made by analysis of joint fluid.
Treatment:
Treatment depends on the type of infection and depending on its spread. It is usually treated by hospitalization.
Antibiotic therapy: Appropriate antibiotics are used for the bacteria causing the infection.
Joint drainage: If necessary, the fluid accumulated in the infected joint is drained through drainage.
Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment of septic arthritis in children can reduce the risk of complications.
4- Perthes Disease
Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease is a hip joint disorder that is usually seen in children. This condition occurs when the head of the hip bone is deformed when blood flow is temporarily reduced or cut off. This affects the child's hip movements.
Symptoms of the disease may include limping, hip pain, and limitation of movement. Diagnosis is usually made by physical examination, x-ray, and sometimes magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). In rare cases, surgical intervention may be required. After treatment, most children can return to their normal activities and the hip joint can develop near normal.
5- Osgood-Schlatter disease
It is one of the most common causes of knee pain in young people. It is a knee condition that is usually seen during periods of rapid growth. This condition can cause inflammation and pain at the point where the patellar tendon is attached at the top of the knee bone.
The main symptoms of this disease are pain, swelling and tenderness in the knee region. The pain is usually worse during play and sports, that is, as activity increases.
The most common cause of the disease is that when young people's bones grow rapidly, their muscles and tendons cannot develop in harmony. This can create stress and strain in the area where the tendon connects with the bone, resulting in pain over time. It may include exercises aimed at promoting. The disease usually resolves spontaneously when the child's growth is complete, but it is important to alleviate the symptoms throughout this process.
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