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Wk5 SS disorders
Skeletal syatem disorders
Question | Answer |
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Arthritis | A common joint disorder characterized by inflammation, usually accompanied by pain and swelling |
Bursitis | Inflammation of the the fluid filled sac or (Bursa)between muscle attachments and bone |
Gout | a disorder of the joints (most commonly those of the feet) caused by faulty uric acid metabolism. It is a form of arthritis |
Osteochondritis | Inflammation of the bone and cartilage |
Osteoporosis | Disorder involving bone density |
Rickets | Abnormal bone formation indirectly resulting from lack of vitamin D, Which is necessary for calcium absorption. |
Tumors | Abnormal bone growth |