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Paget Disease

How is it treated?

Treatment is mainly in the form of drug therapy. Surgery may be necessary if the bone fractures or arthritis develops. The goal of medication is to relieve pain and halt the progress of the disorder. However, gentle exercise will maintain health and joint mobility.

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Medical text written March 2004 by Contact a Family. Approved March 2004 by Dr P Helliwell, Senior Lecturer in Rheumatology, Rheumatism and Rehabilitation Unit, Leeds University, Leeds, UK.

 

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