There is no cure for OI but there is a drug available from some hospitals called Pamidronate which helps to increasethe bone density of the patient.It's more effective in children who are still growing but can help older people aswell
It doesn't. Osteogenesis Imperfecta is a disease that can never be cured. Unfortunately, due to its nature, science will not be able to cure it either.
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Lack of calcium can lead to Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Type I Osteogenesis Imperfecta is the most common and mildest type of this disease. In this type the Scleras (whites of the eyes) usually have a blue, purple, or gray tint.
premature infants(as normal finding),rickets,osteogenesis imperfecta
Yes, because it is a genetic disease you inherit from your parents.
Osteoporosis occurs later in life and leads to weakening and fractures of the bones. Osteogenesis imperfecta is a congenital defect which causes fractures to occur from the slightest bump or touch in a child.
Osteoporosis
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes brittleness of one bones. This can cause ones bones to break easily and even for no apparent reason. Also, it can lead to abnormally large amounts of repair tissue at the site of fractures.
osteogenesis imperfecta - brittle bone disease
Osteogenesis imperfecta means poor development of bones.
"some people may only grow to be three feet tall"sourcehttp://www.orthop.washington.edu/?q=patient-care/articles/arthritis/osteogenesis-imperfecta.html