Bow legs, especially if it is one sided, can rarely be caused by other medical problems, including trauma to the growing bones, infection, tumors, metabolic disorders, and skeletal problems. Your doctor may consider doing x-rays if any of these conditions are suspected.

You can consider taking a picture of your child standing every few months to observe the legs straightening out and reassure yourself that your child is growing normally.

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