Kenneth Kee

Paget Disease of Bone, A Simple Guide to the Condition, Treatment and Related Diseases (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Paget 's disease your cause is unknown
You result in enlarged and deformed bones
Cause may be genetics or a virus germ
Men are affected more than women

Disease is chronic and slowly progressive
Any bone can be involved especially the pelvis
There may be pain and dull aches
There may be kyphosis and bowlegs

The early sign is presence of alkaline phosphatase
A bone scan can confirm the diagnosis
Complications are fractures and deformity
Lose weight and maintain joint mobility.

Treatment is with bisphosphonates and calcitonin
Together with exercise build strong bones within
Diet with vitamin D and calcium is important
Surgery may be needed to remove the deformed portion

-An original poem by Kenneth Kee

Interesting Tips about the Paget Disease

A Healthy Lifestyle

1. Take a well Balanced Diet

2. Treatment involves providing physical assistance including:

a. the addition of wedges in the shoe,

b. canes as walking aids and

c. the administration of physical therapy.

Medications that help reduce the pain associated with Paget's include paracetamol and anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen.

In addition, a group of medications called bisphosphonates:

a. Reduce the pain and

b. Help the body regulate the bone-building process to stimulate more normal bone growth.

3. Keep bones and body strong

Bone marrow produces our blood

Eat foods rich in calcium like yogurt, cheese, milk, and dark green vegetables.

Eat foods rich in Vitamin D, like eggs, fatty fish, cereal, and fortified milk.

Eat food rich in Vitamins B and C such as green vegetables and fruits

Zinc and other minerals are important to the body

4. Get enough rest and Sleep

Avoid stress and tension

5. Exercise and stay active.

It is best to do weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging, stair climbing, dancing, or lifting weights for 2¿ hours a week.

One way to do this is to be active 30 minutes a day at least 5 days a week.

Begin slowly especially if a person has not been active.

6. Do not drink more than 2 alcohol drinks a day for a man or 1 alcohol drink a day for a woman.

Alcohol use also increases the chance of falling and breaking a bone.

Alcohol can affect the bone cells.

7. Stop or do not begin smoking.

It also interferes with blood supply and healing.

Smoking can reduce the blood flow to the bones

Chapter 1

Paget's Disease of Bone

Paget's disease is a widespread disease of bones often involving excessive bone resorption and replacement by coarse trabecular bone resulting in abnormal histological patterns and gross deformities.

Paget's disease is a chronic disorder that can result in enlarged and misshapen bones.

Paget's disease is caused by the excessive breakdown and formation of bone followed by disorganized bone remodeling.

This causes affected bone to weaken resulting in pain, misshapen bones, fractures and arthritis in the joints near the affected bones.

Often Paget's disease is localized to only a few bones in the body.

The pelvis, femur and lower lumbar vertebrate are the most commonly affected bones.

Paget's disease typically is localized affecting just one or a few bones as opposed to osteoporosis for example which usually affects all the bones in the body.

Paget's disease occurs slightly more often in men than in women (3 to 2).

Paget's disease is rare in people less than 55 years of age.

TABLE OF CONTENT

Introduction

Chapter 1 Paget's Disease

Chapter 2 Interesting Facts about Paget's Disease

Chapter 3 FAQs on Paget's Disease

Chapter 4 Osteoporosis...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 11. Dezember 2014
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781310033049
• Artikelnr.: 75905331

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
"A Family Doctor's Tale"
This book is a blend of Dr. Kee's personal experiences and his reflections on being a family doctor in Singapore. It's a great choice if you're looking for a narrative that combines both medical knowledge and human stories.
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