Transient synovitis

• What is transient synovitis also known as?

  Irritable hip
• WHat is the most common cause of hip pain in children?

  Transient synovitis
• What is transient synovitis thought to be associated with?


  Recent bacterial infection

  Recent trauma to the hip joint
• What are some symptoms of transient synovitis?


  Hip pain

  Limp

  Low grad temp

  Recent infection

  Recent trauma

  Can be acute or gradual
• WHat are some signs of transient synovitis?


  Tenderness of hip joint

  Limited internal rotation

  Limp