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What Does Dragging Of Legs By A Toddler While Walking Indicate?

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Posted on Mon, 25 May 2015
Question: my 21/2 yrs old told suddenly walks with his right leg funnily kind of dragging it. I massage it but he did not feel any pain . He jumps and runs. I'm concerned because it's a new development i just notice

the patient is 2 1/2 yrs old toddler and a male
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Answered by Dr. Dr.N.Senduran (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Hello XXXX

Detailed Answer:
Hello there

Thank you for asking to healthcaremagic..

This could be normal or she might be suffering from congenital muscular dystrophy(or)autoimmune/viral infection of the CNS..

I am sorry that i couldn't examine your child personally to suggest a better opinion...

Do not worry about anything in this world

Regards
Dr.N.Senduran
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Does Dragging Of Legs By A Toddler While Walking Indicate?

Brief Answer: Hello XXXX Detailed Answer: Hello there Thank you for asking to healthcaremagic.. This could be normal or she might be suffering from congenital muscular dystrophy(or)autoimmune/viral infection of the CNS.. I am sorry that i couldn't examine your child personally to suggest a better opinion... Do not worry about anything in this world Regards Dr.N.Senduran