Musculoskeletal Complaints: When Should We Consult a Pediatric Rheumatologist?

Musculoskeletal Complaints in Children


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Authors

  • Hafize Emine Sönmez Kocaeli University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Rheumatology, Kocaeli, Turkey
  • Şerife Gül Karadağ Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital, Department of Pediatric Rheumatology, Erzurum, Turkey
  • Nuray Aktay ayaz Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Pediatric Rheumatology, Istanbul, Turkey

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.51271/jpea-2022-152

Keywords:

Musculoskeletal complaints, joint pain, rheumatology, juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Abstract

 

This review aimed to summarize key points that might suggest rheumatologic diseases to physicians dealing with musculoskeletal  (MSK) complaints. Evaluation of a child presenting with MSK findings requires a comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and systematic approach. In children with MSK complaints, detailed anamnesis, appropriate physical examination and joint examination, and the use of correct laboratory tests will be helpful for accurate diagnosis. The algorithm we have suggested for MSK complaints of children will be a guide for the physicians.

Published

2022-04-26

How to Cite

Sönmez, H. E., Karadağ, Şerife G., & Aktay ayaz, N. (2022). Musculoskeletal Complaints: When Should We Consult a Pediatric Rheumatologist? Musculoskeletal Complaints in Children. The Journal of Pediatric Academy, 3(1), 6–10. https://doi.org/10.51271/jpea-2022-152