PAGET'S DISEASE

Padget's disease is the abnormal breakdown of bone tissues in which the regrowth of the bone results in a deformity. This disease is commonly seen in the spine, pelvis, legs, and arms of affected patients. The cause of Padget's disease is unknown, but is questionably linked to viral and genetic origins. Patients' can complain of joint or bone pain along with shortening in height, headaches, bowing of legs, and fracture of bones. Patients may also be asymptomatic. Diagnosis of this condition may be done through a xray, bone scan or specific blood work. In some cases, surgery is recommended to fix the broken bone, while other instances drug therapy is recommended to slow the disease process.