Problems with the bones
Problems with the bones  | The bones of people with mss mature much faster, causing them to fracture easier. | A paediatrician or orthopaedist checks the density of the bones with a device (dexa scan). | With low bone density (osteopenia) or osteoporosis a doctor can give medication to strengthen the bones. |
| | People with mss can have a growth disorder in the bones (dysostosis) as well as curving of the spine (scoliosis or kyphosis) and calcification of the vertebrae (stenosis). These symptoms can start in puberty. | A paediatrician or orthopaedist checks if there are growth disorders or other problems with the bones. The doctor can recognize some defect with bare eyes, but for other disorders a device is necessary to make images of the inside of the body. | When the curving of the spine (scoliosis or kyphosis) is serious, an operation is needed. An operation involves risk, which the doctor will discuss with you. You can also discuss which other possible treatments there are for the (other) problems that have been found. |
