11-Osteomalacia

risk factors of osteomalacia

* failed calcium absorption or from * excessive loss of calcium * Gastrointestinal disorders * loss of vitamin D * liver and kidney disease * Severe renal insufficiency results in acidosis * serum phosphate levels * Hyperparathyroidis

What are the investigations of osteomalacia

Blood work X-Rays

What Are conditions that may cause osteomalacia

Cancer ,Hereditary or acquired disorders of vitamin D metabolism ,Phosphate depletion associated with not enough ,Side effects of medications used to treat seizures phosphates in the diet ,

Is metabolic bone disease, is softening of bones characterized by inadequate mineralization of bone.

Osteomalacia

T/F Osteomalacia pain is symmetrical, non-radiating

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treatment of osteomalacia include ?

• Correct underlying cause • Increased doses of vitamin D and calcium • Handle patient gently; patient is at high risk for fractures • Address pain and discomfort * give Vitamin D , Calcium , Phosphorus supplements

The blood test of osteomalacia will shows ......

• Decreased serum calcium or phosphorus • Decreased serum vitamin D • Elevated alkaline phosphatase

List causes of osteomalacia

• Deficiency of vitamin D • Vitamin D receptor defect • Disorder of ability the body to absorption vitamin • Insufficient exposure to sunlight • Malabsorption of vitamin D by the intestines

What are the most common sign and symptoms of osteomalacia?

• Difficulty rising from a chair • Difficulty walking

Complications of osteomalacia

• EASILY TO FRACTURE • DISABILITY • BONE DEFORMITY • ALTERED DAILY LIFE ACTIVITIES

Sign and symptoms of osteomalacia

• Low back pain, muscle weakness • Weight loss, progressive deformities • Pelvic flattening • Easy fracturing • Bone softening • Bending of bones • Hypocalcemia • Compressed vertebrae