osteomalacia

Hi Amz~

Since I'm not familiar with Osteomalacia I thought I'd put a definition here for others to read. I'm hoping it will get you faster answers. Here's a link and some information on the disorder.

Warm Hugs,
Chutz

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0001414/

Osteomalacia is softening of the bones due to a lack of vitamin D or a problem with the body's ability to break down and use this vitamin.

Symptoms

Bone fractures that happen with very little injury

Muscle weakness

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www.mayoclinic.com/health/osteomalacia/DS00935

Definition By Mayo Clinic staff

Osteomalacia refers to a softening of your bones, usually caused by a vitamin D deficiency. In children, this condition is called rickets. Soft bones are more likely to bow and fracture than are harder, healthy bones.

Osteomalacia is not the same as osteoporosis, another bone disorder that can also lead to bone fractures. Osteomalacia results from a defect in the bone-building process, while osteoporosis develops due to a weakening of previously constructed bone.

Achy bone pain and muscle weakness are the major signs and symptoms of osteomalacia. Treatment for osteomalacia involves replenishing low levels of vitamin D and calcium, and treating any underlying disorders that may be causing the deficiencies.
Widespread bone pain, especially in the hips