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Nutritional rickets: pathogenesis and prevention.

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Nutritional rickets is a global health issue, often caused by vitamin D and calcium deficiencies. Addressing these deficiencies through public awareness and dietary changes is key to prevention.

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Published on: January 29, 2018

Area of Science:

  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Nutritional rickets persists as a significant public health challenge globally.
  • Effective preventive measures exist but are underutilized.
  • The disease involves vitamin D deficiency and low dietary calcium intake.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To discuss the roles of vitamin D and calcium in rickets pathogenesis.
  • To highlight the interrelationships between these nutrients in disease development.
  • To emphasize prevention strategies for at-risk populations.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on nutritional rickets.
  • Discussion of etiological factors including nutrient deficiencies and socio-cultural influences.
  • Analysis of preventive strategies.

Main Results:

  • Vitamin D deficiency in mothers can lead to rickets in breastfed infants.
  • Cultural and social factors significantly contribute to adolescent rickets.
  • Combined deficiencies of vitamin D and calcium are central to rickets development.

Conclusions:

  • Prevention requires medical and public awareness of adequate vitamin D and calcium intake.
  • Increasing dietary calcium with local, affordable foods is crucial in deficient communities.
  • Targeted interventions for at-risk groups are essential for rickets control.