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Paget Disease
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
- Symptoms & Signs
- Diagnosis & Tests
- Prevention & Expectations
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the disease?
There is no known way to prevent Paget disease.
What are the long-term effects of the disease?
Paget disease may have serious long-term effects, including:
The abnormal bone structure causes weak bones which fracture easily. Bone cancer can develop in affected areas and is usually fatal.
What are the risks to others?
Paget disease is not contagious. Some cases of Paget disease are thought to be inherited.