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"a medical condition characterized by the softening and weakening of bones, typically in children, known commonly as rickets." more

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Despite proper nutrition, some infants may develop rachitises due to vitamin D deficiency.
The pediatrician explained that breastfeeding contributes to a lower risk of rachitis in newborns.

Rachitis

ruh-kahy-tis
nouna medical condition characterized by the softening and weakening of bones, typically in children, known commonly as rickets.

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