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Oral supplements of vitamin D, calcium and phosphorus may be given depending on the underlying cause of the disorder. Larger doses of vitamin D and calcium may be needed for people with intestinal malabsorption. Monitoring of blood levels of phosphorus and calcium may be indicated for people with certain underlying conditions. Regular daily supplements of vitamin D and calcium are usually used for people with simple vitamin D deficiency, but some people have a single injection vitamin D, in the form of calciferol (vitamin D2). This is stored in the body and can last up to a year before another injection may be needed. People with vitamin D deficiency due to intestinal problems are best treated with calciferol. Most people with osteomalacia find their pain is reduced about two weeks after the injection. Extra calcium may also be needed while bone is healing. Direct exposure of the skin (i.e., hands, face, arms, etc.) to sunlight stimulates the body to manufacture vitamin D. However, both clothing and use of a sunscreen prevent the ultraviolet light that triggers the formation of vitamin D from reaching the skin. Depending on latitude, sunlight during the winter may not provide enough ultraviolet light to promote adequate vitamin D production. At other times during the year, even 30 minutes of exposure per day will usually lead to large increases in the amount of vitamin D made. If it is difficult to get sunlight exposure, full-spectrum lighting can be used to stimulate vitamin D production.

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How is osteomalacia commonly treated?

Osteomalacia is commonly treated by increasing ones vitamin D intake through their diet or by taking a concentrated supplement. Also having more exposure to the sun is recommended.


Is osteomalacia life threatening?

Depends on the current condition of the person affiliated with osteomalacia. Osteomalacia means, in latin, Condition of softening of the bones. So your areas of the body where osteomalacia is occurring is weaker and more prone to break easily. Which can lead to disabilty and can be life threatening due to some causes of osteomalacia such as, hypocalcemia or low-blood calcium levels. Hypocalcemia can lead to irregular heart beat and rhythym, which leads to heart failure. Other life-threatening complications can also be associated with osteomalacia.


What is another name for rickets?

Osteomalacia


What is Softening of the bone is termed?

osteomalacia


What does osteomalacia cause?

Soft bones


Which bone is soft bone?

Osteomalacia


Is osteomalacia a symptom of hypophosphatemia?

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What condition is also known as adult rickets?

It is known as Osteomalacia. I know because I have a genetic form of it. For more info you could search for x-linked hypophosphotemia.


What is difference of rickets and osteomalacia?

Rickets and osteomalacia are both conditions caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, which leads to softening or weakening of bones. Rickets occurs in children and is characterized by skeletal deformities, growth retardation, and muscle weakness. Osteomalacia occurs in adults and presents as bone pain, muscle weakness, and an increased risk of fractures.


What disease is called osteomalacia?

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Are osteomalacia osteoporosis and osteopenia the same?

It is not completely the same .


What disease in children called rickets is known as in adults?

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