The list of medical symptoms mentioned in various sources for Osteogenesis imperfecta may include:
List of 15 Osteogenesis imperfecta Symptoms
Note that Osteogenesis imperfecta symptoms usually refers to various medical symptoms known to a patient, but the phrase Osteogenesis imperfecta signs may often refer to those signs that are only noticable by a doctor.
The appearance of people with OI varies considerably. Individuals may also have a blue or gray tint to the sclera (whites of the eyes), thin skin, growth deficiencies, and fragile teeth. They may develop scoliosis, respiratory problems, and hearing loss. (Source: excerpt from Questions and Answers about Heritable Disorders of Connective Tissue: NIAMS)
More detailed symptom information may be found on the symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta article. In addition to the above medical information, to get a full picture of the possible signs or symptoms of this condition and also possibly the signs and symptoms of its related medical conditions, it may be necessary to examine symptoms that may be caused by:
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The phrase "signs of Osteogenesis imperfecta" should, strictly speaking, refer only to those signs and symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta that are not readily apparent to the patient. The word "symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta" is the more general meaning; see symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta.
The signs and symptom information on this page attempts to provide a list of some possible signs and symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta. This medical information about signs and symptoms for Osteogenesis imperfecta has been gathered from various sources, may not be fully accurate, and may not be the full list of Osteogenesis imperfecta signs or Osteogenesis imperfecta symptoms. Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Osteogenesis imperfecta may vary on an individual basis for each patient. Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they are indeed Osteogenesis imperfecta symptoms.
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