Musculoskeletal Disorders - Rickets Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Causes
A
- vitamin D deficiency
- genetics
- result of another condition such aa coeliac disease
2
Q
Symptoms
A
- in a child the bones become weak causing a deformity
- pain
- dental problems
- poor growth
- fragile bones
3
Q
Treatment
A
- increase amount of vitamin D and calcium intake
* get more sunlight
