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Suggest Ways To Rule Out Cubitus Valgus

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Posted on Tue, 28 Nov 2017
Question: hello, i think my Daughter has cubitus valgus. she is 15 years old and no history of any trauma or medical or genetic problem. she plays tennis and sometimes goes to swimming and also pilates. i was wandering if you could give any comment for treatment of her problem. and what could be the cause? could working with XXXXXXX on the hand be the leading cause?
your valuable comments would be appreciated.
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (13 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Progressive valgus?

Detailed Answer:
Hi there

Thanks for the query

Usually females have a large carrying angle such is in valgus.

I would be able to help you if you could post her Xray of the elbow for my review.

Usually trauma can be a cause of valgus deformity. was there any?

I hope I have answered your query.

I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Regards,

Dr.Aashish Raghu
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Answered by Dr. Aashish Raghu (0 minute later)
Brief Answer:
Not gross change

Detailed Answer:
Thank you for posting the photos.

The elbows do not look grossly in excess valgus.

It would be helpful to get an Xray to confirm any changes to the bones and growing centre.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad
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Suggest Ways To Rule Out Cubitus Valgus

Brief Answer: Progressive valgus? Detailed Answer: Hi there Thanks for the query Usually females have a large carrying angle such is in valgus. I would be able to help you if you could post her Xray of the elbow for my review. Usually trauma can be a cause of valgus deformity. was there any? I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries. Regards, Dr.Aashish Raghu