5) Imaging
Imaging studies are not necessary for the diagnosis; however, they can add a few clues regarding the progression of the disease or to help exclude some differential diagnoses “which are probable diagnoses with similar symptoms”.
X-rays can show increased bone density, a feature of a condition called osteosclerosis. It is a complication of the condition and can indicate poor outcome. Magnetic resonant imaging can also be used to visualize the bone marrow as a whole and CT scans for the liver and spleen can help delineate the progression of the disease.