What Is Osteomalacia?
7. Complications
As mentioned, some patients can develop bow legs if they have the condition when they are still developing. They will likely remain permanently disfigured and it can make it difficult for them to walk. The condition can also cause potentially severe problems for grown adults.
Osteomalacia can mean that the patient’s bones are more likely than usual to break. The bones in the legs, ribs, and spine are particularly vulnerable. Broken bones are notoriously painful, while they can also cause other severe problem such as the risk of infections. Patients with the condition will need to be especially careful not to injure themselves.
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