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| name = Skeletal fluorosis | |||
| image = [[File:Fluorosis_in_Chhattisgarh.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = X-ray of a patient with skeletal fluorosis | |||
| field = [[Rheumatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Joint pain]], [[stiffness]], [[bone deformities]] | |||
| complications = [[Osteosclerosis]], [[calcification]] of ligaments | |||
| onset = Gradual | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Fluoride]] exposure | |||
| risks = High fluoride in drinking water, industrial exposure | |||
| diagnosis = [[X-ray]], [[bone density test]], [[urine fluoride test]] | |||
| differential = [[Osteoarthritis]], [[rheumatoid arthritis]] | |||
| prevention = Reducing fluoride exposure | |||
| treatment = Symptomatic treatment, reducing fluoride intake | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on exposure level | |||
| frequency = Common in areas with high fluoride levels in water | |||
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[[File:Fluworôze_egzostozes1-800h.jpg|Skeletal fluorosis|thumb|left]] | |||
'''Skeletal fluorosis''' is a [[bone disease]] caused by excessive accumulation of [[fluoride]] in the bones. In advanced cases, skeletal fluorosis can cause painful damage to bones and joints. | '''Skeletal fluorosis''' is a [[bone disease]] caused by excessive accumulation of [[fluoride]] in the bones. In advanced cases, skeletal fluorosis can cause painful damage to bones and joints. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Skeletal fluorosis is caused by chronic exposure to high levels of fluoride, typically through drinking water. Other sources of exposure can include coal burning, inhaling fluoride dusts or gases, and consuming fluoride-rich foods or medicines. | Skeletal fluorosis is caused by chronic exposure to high levels of fluoride, typically through drinking water. Other sources of exposure can include coal burning, inhaling fluoride dusts or gases, and consuming fluoride-rich foods or medicines. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of skeletal fluorosis can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Early symptoms may include stiffness and pain in the joints. In severe cases, the bone structure may change and ligaments may calcify, leading to impairment in muscle functioning and even crippling. | Symptoms of skeletal fluorosis can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Early symptoms may include stiffness and pain in the joints. In severe cases, the bone structure may change and ligaments may calcify, leading to impairment in muscle functioning and even crippling. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of skeletal fluorosis can be challenging, as the early symptoms can mimic those of other joint and bone diseases. The condition is often misdiagnosed as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] or [[osteoarthritis]]. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical examination, history of fluoride exposure, and radiological findings. | Diagnosis of skeletal fluorosis can be challenging, as the early symptoms can mimic those of other joint and bone diseases. The condition is often misdiagnosed as [[rheumatoid arthritis]] or [[osteoarthritis]]. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical examination, history of fluoride exposure, and radiological findings. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for skeletal fluorosis focuses on reducing fluoride intake and relieving the symptoms. This can involve removing sources of fluoride exposure, treating any pain and inflammation, and physiotherapy to improve joint function. | Treatment for skeletal fluorosis focuses on reducing fluoride intake and relieving the symptoms. This can involve removing sources of fluoride exposure, treating any pain and inflammation, and physiotherapy to improve joint function. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of skeletal fluorosis involves reducing exposure to fluoride. This can involve using alternative sources of drinking water, reducing the use of fluoride-containing dental products, and monitoring industrial exposure. | Prevention of skeletal fluorosis involves reducing exposure to fluoride. This can involve using alternative sources of drinking water, reducing the use of fluoride-containing dental products, and monitoring industrial exposure. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Fluoride poisoning]] | * [[Fluoride poisoning]] | ||
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* [[Osteoporosis]] | * [[Osteoporosis]] | ||
* [[Rickets]] | * [[Rickets]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
[[Category:Bone diseases]] | [[Category:Bone diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Fluoride]] | [[Category:Fluoride]] | ||
[[Category:Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source]] | [[Category:Toxic effects of substances chiefly nonmedicinal as to source]] | ||
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| Skeletal fluorosis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Joint pain, stiffness, bone deformities |
| Complications | Osteosclerosis, calcification of ligaments |
| Onset | Gradual |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Fluoride exposure |
| Risks | High fluoride in drinking water, industrial exposure |
| Diagnosis | X-ray, bone density test, urine fluoride test |
| Differential diagnosis | Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis |
| Prevention | Reducing fluoride exposure |
| Treatment | Symptomatic treatment, reducing fluoride intake |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on exposure level |
| Frequency | Common in areas with high fluoride levels in water |
| Deaths | N/A |
Skeletal fluorosis is a bone disease caused by excessive accumulation of fluoride in the bones. In advanced cases, skeletal fluorosis can cause painful damage to bones and joints.
Causes
Skeletal fluorosis is caused by chronic exposure to high levels of fluoride, typically through drinking water. Other sources of exposure can include coal burning, inhaling fluoride dusts or gases, and consuming fluoride-rich foods or medicines.
Symptoms
Symptoms of skeletal fluorosis can vary depending on the stage of the disease. Early symptoms may include stiffness and pain in the joints. In severe cases, the bone structure may change and ligaments may calcify, leading to impairment in muscle functioning and even crippling.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of skeletal fluorosis can be challenging, as the early symptoms can mimic those of other joint and bone diseases. The condition is often misdiagnosed as rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. Diagnosis typically involves a combination of clinical examination, history of fluoride exposure, and radiological findings.
Treatment
Treatment for skeletal fluorosis focuses on reducing fluoride intake and relieving the symptoms. This can involve removing sources of fluoride exposure, treating any pain and inflammation, and physiotherapy to improve joint function.
Prevention
Prevention of skeletal fluorosis involves reducing exposure to fluoride. This can involve using alternative sources of drinking water, reducing the use of fluoride-containing dental products, and monitoring industrial exposure.
See also
References
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