Diseases of the Skeletal System

Spinal deformity that causes the hunchback appearance:

• scoliosis

• kyphosis

• lordosis

• spina bifida

Inflammation of the joints; there are at least 20 different types:

• dislocation

• osteoarthritis

• arthritis

• sprain

This disorder mainly affects the big toe: buildup of uric acid:

• rickets

• osteomalacia

• gout

• strain

This disorder is from a vitamin deficiency and causes soft and weak bones usually in children:

• osteoarthritis

• gout

• rickets

• dislocation

a disease in which wearing and breakdown of the cartilage that covers the ends of the bones leads to pain and stiffness in the joint

• Osteoarthritis

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Osteoporosis

• Osteosarcoma

• Leukemia

Which disease is characterized by the loss of bone density, leading to fragile bones?

• Osteoporosis

• Arthritis

• Scoliosis

• Kyphosis

What is the medical term for the inflammation of the bone and bone marrow, usually caused by infection?

• Osteomyelitis

• Osteoporosis

• Arthritis

• Rickets

Which condition is known for causing a lateral curvature of the spine?

• Scoliosis

• Kyphosis

• Lordosis

• Spina bifida

What is the primary mineral deficiency that leads to rickets in children?

• Calcium

• Vitamin D

• Iron

• Potassium

Which disease is characterized by the softening of bones due to vitamin D deficiency in adults?

• Osteomalacia

• Osteoporosis

• Arthritis

• Gout