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Paget''s disease is a disorder that involves abnormal bone destruction and regrowth, which results in deformity.The cause of Paget''s disease is unknown, although it might have to do with genes or a viral infection earl... |
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Causes
The cause of Paget's disease is unknown, although it might have to do with genes or a viral infection early in life.T...
Tests
Tests that may indicate Paget's disease include:Bone scanBone x-rayElevated markers of bone breakdown (for instance, ...
Treatments
Not all patients need treatment. For example, patients who have abnormal blood tests only may not need treatment.Peop...
Drugs
Paget's disease is most often treated with drug therapy, with bone pain lessening within weeks of starting the treatm...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of Paget's disease.
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