The Skeletal System - Pathological Conditions

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oesteoporosis

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literally means porous bones; that is, bones that were once strong become fragile due to loss of bone density

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osteomalacia

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is a disease in which the bones become abnormally soft to a deficiency of calcium and phosphorus in the blood (which is necessary for bone mineralization.) This disease results in fractures and noticeable deformities of the weight-bearing bones. When the disease occurs in children, it is called rickets.

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osteomyelitis

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is a local or generalized infection of the bone and bone marrow, resulting from a bacteria infection that has spread to the bone tissue through the blood.

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Ewings Sarcoma

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is a malignant tumor of the bones common to young adults, particularly adolescent boys.

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osteogenic sarcoma

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is a malignant tumor arising from the bone. Also known as osteosarcoma, it is most common malignant bone tumor, with common sites being the distal femur (just above the knee), the proximal tibia (just below the knee), and the proximal humerus (just below the shoulder joint).

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osteochondroma

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is the most common benign bone tumor. The femur and the tibia are most frequently involved.