Brittle bone disease is a hereditary disorder of bones that is characterized by a defect in the gene that is responsible for the production of collagen. In this disease, bones are fragile and fracture easily. Both males and females are equally affected. There is no permanent cure for this disease.
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Can I inherit Paget's disease from my grandmother?
Query: Hi doctor, Is Paget's disease inherited? My Grandmother had it. I am going to do PRP hair treatment. Could this be a trigger for Paget's? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Paget's disease has been associated with both genetic (family) and environmental factors (climate, locality, ethnicity, race, etc.). A parent has a chance of transferring the disease to the child is seven to ten times more. There has not been any evidence of trigger fac... Read Full »