Symptoms
When osteomalacia is in its
early stages, you might not
have symptoms but as it
progresses, one might
develop bone pain and muscle
weakness. The dull, aching
pain associated with it most
commonly affects the lower
back, pelvis, hips, legs and
ribs. The pain might be
worse at night or when
pressure is put on the
bones. The pain is rarely
relieved completely by rest.
Decreased muscle tone and
leg weakness can cause a
waddling gait and make
walking slower and more
difficult.
Causes Prevalence Dietary Changes
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affect vitamin D metabolism,
such as steroids.