CH 7 Skeletal System

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    Functions Of The Skeletal System
    Support Protection Aid in Movement Blood Cell Formation  Storage 

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    Bone Disorders

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    Osteoporosis
    A decrease in total bone mass that usually affects postmenopausal women and the elderly Results in: Incease fractures poor posture difficulty in walking​​​​​​​ Counterbalanced by: mild exercise vitamin D calcium intake estrogen therapy 

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    Rickets
    Metabolic diseases caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, in children  Causes: Weaken bones that are manifested by bowed limbs and a soft skull Treatment:  adequate calcium intake adequate vitamin D intake 

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