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Rickets : Causes, symptoms and prevention

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Rickets : Causes, symptoms and prevention

Imagine a world with struggling children, full of enthusiasm yet struggle to run, play or even stand. Rickets could be the reason behind it. It is a condition which causes deformities, and chronic complications. This condition affects children globally which is preventable.

Rickets is a skeletal disorder which affects children and is caused when there is a lack of essential nutrients which help maintain strong bones.This condition leads to bone pain, slow growth and bowed legs. It can be found among children between 6 months and 3 years. Here are some causes of rickets :

  • lack of vitamin D
  • Calcium deficiency
  • Phosphate deficiency
  • Have Crohn’s disorder
  • Have Chronic kidney disease
  • Have Celiac disease

The signs and symptoms of rickets vary depending on the severity of rickets. The signs can vary from child to child, such as :

  • bone pain and tenderness
  • slower development of height and weight
  • bone deformities such as bowed legs
  • bone deformities such as bowed legs
  • muscle weakness
  • delayed tooth development
  • brittle bones

Preventing rickets can be very simple if you understand the signs and causes. Making lifestyle modifications can help prevent it. There are various steps to prevent measures for rickets such as :

  • Get adequate sunlight for vitamin D intake
  • Maintain a calcium diet
  • Get regular health check-ups done
  • indulge in outdoor activities

Rickets is a preventable condition which affects children worldwide. Getting educated on the causes and symptoms of rickets can enable people to be aware of it and take necessary action against it. By understanding the preventive measures one can manage it better.