Ally,a 50-year-old woman,has been experiencing severe bone pain in her pelvic region.She visits Dr.Carl for a consultation,and he instructs her to undergo a few diagnostic tests.When Dr.Carl examines an X-ray of Ally's pelvic region,he observes microfractures along her bones and notices that her bones are thick and calcified.After examining the other medical reports,Dr.Carl confirms his diagnosis and tells Ally that she is suffering from a bone disorder that is characterized by hyperactive bone metabolism.Based on the information provided in this scenario,from which of the following conditions is Ally suffering?

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In Paget's disease, bone metabolism is hyperactive in some but not all bones, causing newly laid osteoid to be soft, calcified but fragile. The bones are characterized as thick and weak. Bones most frequently affected are the pelvis, femur, skull, and vertebrae, although any bone can be affected. Microfractures seen on X-ray are usually the first indication of the chronic degenerative process.

Ally,a 50-Year-Old Woman,has Been Experiencing Severe Bone Pain in Her