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Understanding Rickets: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment with Dr. Roshan Kumar Jaiswal

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  Rickets is a preventable bone disorder that affects children, causing soft and weakened bones due to a prolonged deficiency of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. While it is more common in developing regions, cases of rickets continue to be reported worldwide, including in India. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment can prevent severe complications and ensure healthy bone development. Dr. Roshan Kumar Jaiswal, a leading pediatric orthopedic specialist and surgeon in Secunderabad , has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating rickets effectively. In this blog, we explore what rickets is, its causes, symptoms, and the available treatment options. Rickets is a pediatric bone disorder characterized by softening and weakening of bones due to insufficient levels of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate. It primarily affects children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years, a period of rapid bone growth. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption in the bones, and a deficiency...

World Clubfoot Day: Raising Awareness and Hope

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  Every year on June 3rd, the world comes together to observe World Clubfoot Day —a day dedicated to raising awareness about clubfoot, a congenital condition affecting thousands of newborns globally. While the condition may seem daunting, the good news is that with timely intervention and expert care, children with clubfoot can lead normal, active lives. Dr. Roshan Kumar Jaiswal, a leading pediatric orthopedic specialist and surgeon in Secunderabad, has transformed the lives of numerous young patients with his expertise in treating clubfoot. In this blog, we explore what clubfoot is, its causes, treatment options, and the remarkable impact of timely care. Understanding Clubfoot: What Is It? Clubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus) is a congenital deformity where one or both feet are twisted inward and downward. It is one of the most common congenital deformities, affecting approximately 1 in every 1,000 live births. The condition is characterized by: Inward rotation: The foot turns inward,...