Bone disorders such as osteoporosis, Paget's disease of bone and osteomalacia cause loss and weakening of the bone which can result in breaks and fractures.
02036532009
Bone disorders are conditions that cause weakened bone, loss of bone, and frequent fractures. The most common disorder that affects the bones is osteoporosis.
Other bone disorders include:
Bone disorders are caused by metabolic abnormalities as a result of factors including parathyroid disorders, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, calcium wasting syndromes, thyroid abnormalities, adrenal dysfunction and hormone imbalances.
Risk factors that can increase the likelihood of developing a bone disorder include:
Many people will have no symptoms of a bone disorder until they experience a fracture.
Symptoms that may be present in those with bone disorders include:
At OneWelbeck, our consultants perform a detailed assessment of your bone strength as part of the standard assessment and a tailored treatment regime will be discussed and offered depending on the underlying diagnosis.
Some of the tests that help diagnose metabolic bone diseases and their cause include:
The most appropriate treatment depends on the type of bone disorder and the cause, but the primary aim is to slow down bone loss.
In many cases, a combination of a good diet, positive lifestyle changes and prescribed medications is the recommended treatment. It’s also important to put measures in place to reduce the risk of falls to prevent fractures.
Our on-site pharmacy offers a seamless prescription fulfillment process. We stock products recommended by our consultants and can promptly send your prescription after your consultation for immediate pickup.
Causes
Lack of vitamin D
Symptoms
Pain, aches, joint weakness
Diagnosis
DEXA, blood tests, CT scan
Treatment
Medication, lifestyle changes
We have brought together a group of leading Consultant Endocrinologists to form our Endocrinology team. With a huge depth of experience covering diabetes, adrenal disorders, metabolic syndrome and much more, these expert clinicians are the best in their field and are all focused on delivering the very best patient care.