we don't know what causes paget's disease. but genetic factors and viruses may play a role. genetics. if your parents brothers or sisters have paget's disease you are more likely to develop the disease than if you do not have a family history of the disease. 1 virus. viruses have been found in the bones of people with paget's disease. the viruses may be associated with measles or canine distemper (found in dogs). 2 but there is no proof that any of these viruses cause paget's disease. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what causes pagets disease of bone?