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Congenital Hip Dislocation

What are the symptoms of this disorder?

Approximately 1.5 out of every 1,000 babies will be affected with congenital hip dislocation, which is commonly referred to as hip dysplasia. This usually happens when the ball joint at the top of the leg is not in the correct location in the hip joint. Research shows that the left hip is more likely to be dislocated than the right hip, but some children will be affected on both sides. A doctor will diagnose congenital hip dislocation after birth through physical examinations and x-rays, if necessary. If the condition is not noticed at birth, it should be detected during one of the many well-checks that a baby receives in their first year of life. Although there is no known cause, low amniotic fluid and a breech delivery can increase the chances for developing hip dislocation. While there may be no symptoms present, some babies that are affected have one leg that is shorter than the other, which will cause a limited amount of movement on the affected side. Other symptoms may include leg positions that do not appear to be even, uneven folds of fat on the thighs and an outward appearance in the affected leg. Treatment options include a device that helps to keep the legs apart (which will hold in the hip joint steady), casts, braces or surgery. It is important to get early treatment so that arthritis and hip deterioration do not occur.





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percypig - 1468 days ago.
I was born with this in both hips, they missed it and was only detected when I was 4. This has meant Ive had a lot of operations. I hope that my baby is not born with this, but I will be ensuring they do VERY thorough checks!!! I am concerned that I will experience hip pain later in pregnancy...anyone else experienced this?

zet - 1763 days ago.
I was also born with this - was in a brace for about 6 months from the age of about 3 months. Every thing has been 100% throughout my life did ballet and lots of different sport, only now with 3rd pregnancy its starting to cause problems. Non of my other children were born with this.

nikki37 - 1778 days ago.
I was born with this...and let me tell you, my hips are killing me being pregnant!

sillymamaof3 - 1779 days ago.
my taylor was born with this in both hips. thankfully, she only needed to wear a harness for 6 months & is completely fine now.

jujubee - 1817 days ago.
my baby had a scan last week for this, the tech said his right hip is 'immature'. WE only see the doctor on the 10th, anyone knows what immature means?

AmazingJourney - 1832 days ago.
I had this same condition when I was born.

stacey20 - 1838 days ago.
Yay!! They listened to my idea for a thread lol. My poor Gracie was born with this. and she was one of the few with both legs affected. She's fab now though... anyone else?


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