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Rickets

Rickets. A disorder caused by a lack of Vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate L eads to softening and weakening of the bones Infants who are breastfed only may develop a Vitamin D deficiency Is rare in developed countries Common in undeveloped countries.

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Rickets

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  1. Rickets • A disorder caused by a lack of Vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate • Leads to softening and weakening of the bones • Infants who are breastfed only may develop a Vitamin D deficiency • Is rare in developed countries • Common in undeveloped countries

  2. Replacing calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin D that is lacking will eliminate most symptoms • Positioning or bracing may be used to reduce or prevent deformities • Some skeletal deformities may require corrective surgery

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