Varun Dhawan Opens Up on Daughter Lara’s Rare Condition and Why Parents Should Pay Attention Early

When you become a parent, all you want to see is your child achieving those small milestones. And from all those, walking and talking are always the most special. But things don’t always go as planned. Sometimes, children don’t take those first steps as we think. They may take a little longer or might face difficulties taking those first steps.

Actor Varun Dhawan recently shared his story about how his daughter Lara had difficulty walking. They tried making her walk, but could not succeed. As a parent, he was concerned about it. Then they consulted a doctor when they found that she had Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH).

What is Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH)?

In simple words, DDH is a condition where the hip joint is not in the right position.

This means that either the joint may be loose or the bones may not fit properly. This makes the movement difficult.

Once diagnosed, it had to be treated immediately as it may affect how a child walks later in life.

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Signs of Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

You will notice a few issues related to walking like delay in walking. Sometimes, children also have difficulty in moving legs. Uneven leg movement and limping while walking are some other symptoms of DDH.

Why Early Detection is Important

Early detection can make a big difference. The child can recover faster and long-term problems can be avoided.

Ignoring early signs can make treatment more difficult later.

Treatment of DDH

The best thing is that DDH can be treated.  Doctors may suggest special braces and therapy

In severe cases, medical procedures are done.

After treatment, most children grow normally and walk without any problems.

Being aware is the first step. It can help many families take action in time, as not many are still aware of this disorder.

Seeing your child struggle can be difficult for any parent. But Varun Dhawan sharing his story shows that every parent goes through worry in such situations. It is normal to be concerned. All that matters is taking action at an early stage.