Journal of pediatric and adolescent gynecology
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J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol · Apr 2002
Case ReportsLimb pain associated with an undiagnosed hemoglobinopathy and pseudononcyesis.
Over a 2-month period, a 16-yr-old African-American female presented with recurrent episodes of severe, migratory limb pain. Sickle cell C disease was ultimately diagnosed. ⋯ Her limb pain was probably triggered by the metabolic and hemodynamic demands of pregnancy. The case illustrates the importance of thoroughly examining patients with recurrent, unexplained physical complaints.