"A genetic or heritable condition is osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), in which bones are soft and fracture (break) readily, with no apparent cause or slight injury. The disorder can be mild, with only a few fractures occurring in a lifetime. In more severe instances, it can also entail hundreds of fractures that happen for no apparent reason. The treatment of osteogenesis imperfecta is to strengthen the bones, physiotherapy to relieve pain, and orthopedic surgery.
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My 11-year-old son has osteogenesis imperfecta type 1. What can I give him for weight gain?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 11 years old and has osteogenesis imperfecta type 1. His weight is less than 20 kg. What can I give him for weight gain? I am a single mother, so please suggest something which is not too expensive. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I still need many details for proper medical intervention. I suggest you follow these tips: Encourage your son to have a high-protein diet. He can have foods fortified with vitamin D, like milk, yogurt, fish, or grains. Ask him to do muscle strengthening exercise... Read Full »
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