Rickets
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Rickets is a disorder of bone growth in childhood in which the bones do not harden properly and become soft and fragile.
Common symptoms: It may be noticed in leg deformities, delayed growth, muscle weakness, and bone pain.
Common causes: It is frequently related to a lack of the elements the body needs to mineralize bone, such as certain vitamins and minerals.
Which specialist treats it? The orthopedist and, in particular, the pediatric orthopedist evaluate the bone structure and the child's development. If you notice that your child's legs are bowing or that they are slow to reach certain milestones, it is advisable to have a professional check it.
Data on 54 doctors who treat rickets
Which specialist treats rickets?
Rickets should be evaluated by an orthopedist, who assesses the bone changes associated with this condition. Find orthopedists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in rickets
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Rogelio García Cruz
Dr. Christian Jonathan Ventoledo López
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Luis Daniel Ramos Montes
Dr. Mario Becerra Fernández
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Frequently asked questions
What is rickets?
Rickets is a disorder of bone growth in childhood in which the bones do not harden properly and become soft and fragile.
Which doctor treats rickets?
Rickets should be evaluated by an orthopedist, who assesses the bone changes associated with this condition. Find orthopedists.