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Coping With Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Successfully coping with osteogenesis imperfecta usually means developing a strong support system. As this eMedTV page explains, many families find support through their doctors, social workers, and other families who are affected by this disorder.

Cure for Achondroplasia

Although there is no achondroplasia cure, treatments are available to relieve signs and symptoms. This eMedTV article discusses the lack of a cure for this condition and links to other articles on achondroplasia.

Days Before Your ACL Reconstruction

This video clip explains what to do to prepare for your procedure.

Decreased Knee Motion Following ACL Surgery

You can expect to have some decreased knee motion following ACL surgery. However, as this eMedTV resource explains, you will gradually recover the amount of motion you had prior to surgery over the next several months.

Diabetics and ACL Reconstruction

There are increased surgery risks for diabetics, and ACL reconstruction is a surgery that may cause issues. This eMedTV page explains how symptoms of low blood sugar, such as anxiety, sweating, or weakness, can be a sign of infection after surgery.

Diabetics and Leaving the Hospital -- Bunionectomy With Osteotomy

This video clip features information for diabetic patients who are leaving the hospital.

Didronel

Didronel is a prescription medicine that is used for treating Paget's disease and heterotopic ossification. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at Didronel and its uses, potential side effects, and dosing guidelines.

Didronel and Breastfeeding

No studies have been done to see if Didronel is safe to use while breastfeeding. This eMedTV page offers more information on Didronel and breastfeeding, and explains why no studies have been done to see if the drug is safe for breastfeeding women.

Didronel and Depression

In postmarketing experience, depression has been reported as a possible side effect of Didronel. This eMedTV page offers more information on Didronel and depression, and explains why it is unclear if depression is actually a side effect of the drug.

Didronel and Hair Loss

Hair loss could be a side effect of Didronel. As this eMedTV page explains, although hair loss was not seen in clinical trials, it was reported in postmarketing experience (meaning doctors have reported cases of hair loss possibly due to Didronel).

Didronel and Pregnancy

At this time, the full risks of using Didronel during pregnancy are not known. As this eMedTV page explains, however, animal studies on Didronel and pregnancy show that the drug may cause skeletal abnormalities in the fetus.

Didronel Dosage

The suggested Didronel dosage for Paget's disease treatment is 5 mg per kg of body weight once daily. This eMedTV page also offers Didronel dosing guidelines for treating heterotopic ossification due to spinal cord injury or hip replacement surgery.

Didronel Drug Interactions

Warfarin, teriparatide, and iron supplements may potentially interact with Didronel. This eMedTV page lists other products that may cause Didronel drug interactions and explains why you should avoid eating or drinking before taking Didronel.

Didronel for Paget's Disease

Didronel Overdose

Symptoms of a Didronel overdose may include unusual sensations in the fingers. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses other possible overdose symptoms and lists treatment options that are available for a Didronel overdose.

Didronel Side Effects

The most common Didronel side effects seen in clinical trials include diarrhea, nausea, and bone pain. This eMedTV resource lists other side effects that may occur with Didronel and explains which problems should be reported to a doctor immediately.

Didronel Uses

Didronel is used for treating Paget's disease and abnormal bone formation after hip replacement surgery. This eMedTV article discusses Didronel uses in more detail and explains how the drug works to help prevent and treat bone conditions.

Didronel Warnings and Precautions

Didronel can cause weak or soft bones, which can lead to broken bones and other problems. This eMedTV resource provides more Didronel warnings and precautions, and offers important information on who should not take the medicine.

Equipment and Grafts for ACL Surgery

Various kinds of equipment and grafts for ACL surgery are used. As this eMedTV article explains, standard equipment includes an arthroscope and screws, and ACL grafts can be in the form of a hamstring tendon, patellar tendon, or an allograft

Equipment Failure During ACL Reconstruction

Equipment failure during ACL reconstruction is a potential complication. As this section of the eMedTV library explains, medical equipment is regularly tested and meets FDA standards, but it is possible for these products to fail or malfunction.

Exercise and Osteogenesis Imperfecta

Exercise greatly benefits people who have osteogenesis imperfecta. This eMedTV article takes a look at exercise and osteogenesis imperfecta, with information on how braces may be helpful when your child is learning to stand.

Expected Results ((Ankle Fracture Surgery)

This multimedia video clip describes the results you can expect with this procedure.

Expected Results With ACL Reconstruction

This segment of the eMedTV library describes commonly expected results with ACL reconstruction surgery. It also explains the factors that can affect outcomes and the importance of clearly communicating your expectations with your doctor.

Expected Results Without Ankle Fracture Surgery

This video segment describes the expected results if you decide not to have this surgery.

Facts About Osteogenesis Imperfecta

FGFR3 Gene

FGFR3 is the acronym for fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3). The FGFR3 gene is responsible for causing achondroplasia. This eMedTV article discusses the FGFR3 gene in detail and links to other articles on achondroplasia.

Final Thoughts on ACL Reconstruction Complications

This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.

Foot - Bunions

This video clip explains how a healthy foot works.

Foot Anatomy

This interactive video illustrates the anatomy of the ankle joint.

Fractured Kneecap With ACL Reconstruction

As this eMedTV page explains, a potential complication of ACL surgery is a fractured kneecap. With ACL reconstruction, if the graft was taken from the front of the knee, the kneecap can fracture because part of the bone has been removed.