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Paget's Disease
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What Is It?
Treatment Options
Resources and Suggestions
What Is It?
Paget's (PAJ-ets) Disease is a disorder in which bone formation speeds up, changing the
strength and shape of bones. Paget's Disease frequently begins in adults between the ages
of 50 and 70. Early treatment slows the disease's progress. The parts of the skeleton most
commonly affected are:
- Lower back
- Long bones in the legs
- Pelvis
- Skull
- Tail bone
Treatment Options
- Exercise
- Maintaining normal weight
- Medications: bisphosphonates, calcitonin, NSAIDs, plicamycin
- Surgery
Resources and Suggestions
We Also Suggest:
- Consult your physician for appropriate diagnosis and treatment. Your local chapter can provide a listing of physicians who specialize in arthritis-related conditions.
- Learn to manage your condition -- get involved! Exciting events, volunteer activities and programs, such as the Arthritis Self-Help Course, support groups and exercise programs (consult your physician). Use the Chapter Locator to find activities near you.
- Arthritis Today magazine -- Search for more information or visit Your Arthritis Store to subscribe on-line!
- Your Arthritis Store -- books, newsletters, Arthritis Foundation membership, videos and more.
- Arthritis Today Drug Guide
- Alternative and Complementary Therapies
- Arthritis Today Supplement Guide
- Frequently asked questions about arthritis, treatments and coping skills.
- Arthritis in children, teens and young adults. Check out the information for parents and teachers, too!
- How to Care for Yourself
- Remember, you're not alone! Connect with other people on Message Boards.
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