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2018-04-23 14:36:51
My baby has found with multiple fractures and first opinions says he doesnt not have any metabolic bone disease.his bone density is normal but not his blood results.as it shows low level of white cells and also mcv low.could a blood condition cause fragile bones,
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Rule out osteogenesis imperfecta, osteopetrosis.  Share xrays.

Answered2018-04-26 10:50:04

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How old is the child?? And yes, blood conditions can cause bony problems

Answered2018-04-25 12:25:12

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