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Osteomalacia (Softening Of The Bone)

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Osteomalacia (Softening Of The Bone)

ID 3559

Osteomalacia is when the bones become softer, weakening them. When osteomalacia occurs in children it is termed rickets. It is generally caused by a vitamin D deficiency.

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