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Disorders of the bone and joints

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show occurs when the maxillary bones do not fuse during embryonic development, resulting in an opening in the roof of the mouth.  
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show a disorder of the skeletal system associated with porous, fragile bones and a significant loss of bone mass.  
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Osteomyelitis   show
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Osteitis deformans   show
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Rickets   show
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Kyphosis (hunchback)   show
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show an excessive lumbar curve.  
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show a lateral curvature of the vertebral column.  
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Arthritis   show
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Osteoarthritis   show
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show a crippling condition characterized by joint swelling in the hands, the feet, and elsewhere as a result of inflammation and overgrowth of the synovial membranes and other joint tissues.  
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show arises when bacteria in the blood or in a nearby local infection colonize a joint.  
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Gout   show
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Backache   show
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show A mild to moderate reduction in bone mass below average levels.  
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show bone tissue softens due to lack of calcium salt deposition.  
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Osteosarcoma   show
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Chondrosarcoma   show
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show tuberculosis of the spine.  
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show a condition in which the entire sole of the foot touches the floor when standing.  
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show a derangement of joint parts.  
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show the wrenching of a joint with rupture or tearing of the ligaments.  
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Arthroscopy   show
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show band of dense regular connective tissue.  
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show cord of regular dense connective tissue that attaches a muscle to a bone.  
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