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Rickets DiseaseWhat is Rickets?Rickets (also known as Osteomalacia, Renal Osteodystrophy among others) is a disease which occurs during the childhood of an individual, which involves softening and weakening of the bones caused by lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. A lack of Vitamin D is the result of a loss of the mineral calcium from the skeleton. Due to this, bones become flexible and gradually are shaped by weight bearing forces which get exerted on them, which leads to body-structure deformities. Calcium and phosphate is lost from the bones, which eventually causes destruction of the supportive matrix. Symptoms of RicketsInfant rickets symptoms:
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Rickets TreatmentRickets can be treated by relieving the symptoms and correcting the cause of the condition. To prevent recurrence, the underlying cause must be treated. To eliminate most of the symptoms of rickets, deficient calcium, phosphorous and/or Vitamin D must be replaced. In order to replace Vitamin D, its dietary intake must be increased. These include fish, liver and processed milk. If the disease is caused due to metabolic abnormalities, a special prescription of Vitamin D must be taken. Bracing or positioning may be used to prevent or reduce deformities. However, some surgery may be required in case of skeletal deformities. Renal causes of malabsorption of Vitamin D should be treated quickly by monitoring levels of calcium and phosphorus on a daily basis. Preventing RicketsPrecautions must be taken from a young age, to prevent children from developing the disease. It may be avoided by having the child maintain an adequate intake of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D into the system. If the child has certain disorders (e.g. gastrointestinal disorders), then dietary supplements may be required. If your family has a history of the inherited disorders that can cause rickets, then please opt for genetic counselling. VISITOR COMMENTS on "Rickets Disease": 
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