My 4 year old says he has leg pain, what can I do?

32-year-old woman2 years ago

Hello, my boy is 4 years old. Last night he woke up crying a lot. He said he had a sore leg. Also, he usually never asks for the arms and for the last few days he has been asking for the arms.

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Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Hello ma'am, muscle cramps can occur during growth spurts. These are usually temporary and only last a few hours. Massage can help relieve them.

If it persists for more than a few days or gets worse, I suggest consulting a doctor, as a precaution.

Sincerely,

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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