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abnormal softening of bones caused by deficiencies of phosphorus or calcium or vitamin D
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| osteomalacia |
the loss of minerals and softening of bones because of a lack of vitamin D; called rickets in children
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| osteomalacia |
A disease of adults that is characterized by softening of the bones due to loss of bone mineral. Osteomalacia is characteristic of vitamin D deficiency in adults, while children with vitamin D deficiency suffer from rickets.
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| osteomalacia |
softening of the bone because of a loss of calcium in the bone material; can be caused by inadequate vitamin D intake and/or disorders that interfere with the absorption of vitamins and minerals
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