Patient's question:
My grandfather is getting older and his back is bent. People from my hometown say it's like a skeleton. I wonder if there's a way to correct his hunchback, but I don't know if it will put pressure on his spine. I also want to know if this condition, called "skeletal disease," is the same as rickets.Doctor's answer:
The disease known as osteomalacia, also called rickets, is a very common childhood illness. It is not only caused by a deficiency of vitamin D but also by other factors within the body. The main symptoms include changes in bone development, muscle relaxation, and non-specific neurological disorders. While rickets rarely directly harm the spirit, it is often overlooked due to its slow onset. Once significant symptoms are noticed, the body's resistance is already weakened, making it more susceptible to secondary complications such as pneumonia, nausea, and vomiting.