Transient Synovitis (Toxic Synovitis)
What is Transient Synovitis (Toxic Synovitis)?
Transient Synovitis (Toxic Synovitis) is the most common form of temporary hip joint inflammation in children. It can develop suddenly between three and nine years of age and then disappear after a short time (4-6 weeks), with no serious lasting effects. The most common cause is a virus, so it is frequently seen after an upper respiratory infection.
How is Transient Synovitis (Toxic Synovitis) treated?
Treatment is rest and anti-inflammatory medication (such as ibuprofen), which may make the symptoms go away quicker.
Recovery
In most cases, children have no further problems and return to all of their activities.
Prognosis
Most children will recover completely with no serious lasting effects.
Transient Synovitis (Toxic Synovitis) Doctors and Providers
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Lawson Copley, MD Pediatric Orthopedic SurgeonAssociate Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Lawson Copley's Full ProfileLawson Copley, MDPediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
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Alexandra Callan, MD Pediatric Orthopedic SurgeonAssistant Professor at UT Southwestern Medical CenterRead Alexandra Callan's Full ProfileAlexandra Callan, MDPediatric Orthopedic Surgeon
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American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery -
Shellye Crawford, APRN, PNP-PC Nurse Practitioner - OrthopedicsRead Shellye Crawford's Full ProfileShellye Crawford, APRN, PNP-PCNurse Practitioner - Orthopedics
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Emily Davenport, PA-C Physician Assistant - OrthopedicsRead Emily Davenport's Full ProfileEmily Davenport, PA-CPhysician Assistant - Orthopedics
Board Certification:
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants