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Description of the Symptom
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This chapter describes possible causes of ankle and foot pain in a child. Local causes are defined as occurring between the distal one-third of the tibia and the toes, inclusive of musculoskeletal and neurovascular structures that cross the ankle joint, rearfoot, midfoot, forefoot, and toes. Remote causes are defined as occurring outside this region.
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Pain of sudden onset without known cause
Pain that continues with rest or elevation of the feet
Skin breakdown, rash, or infection of any area around the foot
Unexplained mass(es)
Swelling of one limb for longer than 24 hours
Pain that increases with exercise
Any numbness, tingling, or other loss of sensation
Sudden inability to walk or loss of muscle strength
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