Hip Dysplasia

If there is a difference between the child’s hips, you may notice that: One leg looks shorter than the other. There are more folds of skin on the inside of one thigh than on the other. One hip joint seems to move differently than the other.

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Adam Husney MDKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

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Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

If there is a difference between the child’s hips, you may notice that:

  • One leg looks shorter than the other.
  • There are more folds of skin on the inside of one thigh than on the other.
  • One hip joint seems to move differently than the other.

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Current as ofJune 26, 2019

Author: Healthwise Staff
William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP – Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney, MD – Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD – Family Medicine

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.

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Medical review

Adam Husney MDKathleen Romito MDWilliam H. Blahd Jr. MD FACEP

Last Updated

06/26/2019

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