HUNDREDS of people in the North East may have a common bone disorder and not know about it.
Rheumatologists at The James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough have urged people to be more aware of Paget’s disease.
Paget’s disease is characterised by excessive breakdown and formation of bone which results in weakened bones that can lead to pain, misshapen bones, fractures, and osteoarthritis.
Dr Stephen Tuck, consultant rheumatologist at James Cook and vice chair of the Paget’s Association, said: “A large number of people have Paget’s disease but do not know about it. We are urging anyone over 55 with painful or misshapen bones to see their GP and anyone who has been diagnosed with Paget’s disease to ask about the treatments available.”
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