rickets

rickets is a childhood disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate.

rickets can lead to soft or weak bones, stunted growth, and skeletal deformities.

children who don't get enough sunlight or nutrients are at risk for rickets.

rickets was a common problem in the past when children didn't have access to proper nutrition.

doctors may recommend supplements to prevent rickets in at-risk children.

rickets is more prevalent in regions with limited sunlight exposure or poor diet.

early detection and treatment of rickets are crucial for preventing complications.

the symptoms of rickets can include bone pain, muscle weakness, and delayed tooth development.

a balanced diet with adequate vitamin D and calcium can help prevent rickets.

rickets is a preventable condition with proper nutrition and sunlight exposure.

Ok, now vitamin D deficiency is the most common cause of both rickets and osteomalacia.

Pilates was a sickly child, suffering from asthma, rickets, and rheumatic fever.

Finally, another X-ray finding with rickets may be bowing of the legs.

Now, X-ray imaging of rickets and osteomalacia might show signs of decreased bone mineral density or osteopenia.

Five babies entered the study with rickets, but by the end, they all had beautifully strong bones.

In rickets, an X-ray image of the wrist and long-bone metaphysis might demonstrate metaphyseal cupping and flaring.

Some key symptoms of rickets are craniotabes and bow legs.

And the week before that, your mother had rickets?

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Another X-ray finding in rickets is metaphyseal fraying, instead of the metaphyseal surface appearing smooth, it appears fuzzy and irregular.