Rickets
Alternate Names : Osteomalacia in Children, Renal Rickets, Vitamin D Deficiency
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Rickets Treatment
The treatment goals are to relieve symptoms and correct the cause of the condition. The underlying cause must be treated to prevent recurrence.
The replacement of deficient calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin D will eliminate most symptoms of rickets. Dietary sources of vitamin D include fish, liver, and processed milk. Exposure to moderate amounts of sunlight is encouraged.
Positioning or bracing may be used to reduce or prevent deformities. Some skeletal deformities may require corrective surgery.
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