Bilateral lower leg pain in a runner
James H. Cowan III, M.D.
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Abstract:
20 y.o. track athlete with several weeks of bilateral lower leg pain. Lower leg radiographs appeared normal.
Question Text
Given the clinical scenario the most likely etiology causing this appearance is:
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