rachitism
[ˈrækjɪtɪzəm]
Definitions
1. noun
A disease caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to softening and weakening of bones, typically seen in children.
“The doctor diagnosed the child with rachitism due to a lack of vitamin D in their diet.”
[ˈrækjɪtɪzəm]
1. noun
A disease caused by vitamin D deficiency, leading to softening and weakening of bones, typically seen in children.
“The doctor diagnosed the child with rachitism due to a lack of vitamin D in their diet.”