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