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Osteoporosis, also known as porous bones is when bones become brittle and weak. A fall, cough or even bending over can cause a fracture. Low mineral and calcium levels can cause bones to weaken. Most fractures caused from osteoporosis occur in the hip, wrist, and spine. Osteoporosis is more commonly thought of as a woman’s disease but can affect men as well. In women, as menopause approaches, ovaries no longer produce the hormone called estrogen. Estrogen can aid in preventing bone loss. This can lead to a condition called osteopenia. Estrogen supplements are sometimes prescribed to aid in preventing further bone loss.

There is usually no pain or symptoms in the early stages of osteoporosis. Once bones are weakened, there are symptoms that follow. Moderate to severe Back pain, decline in posture (stooping), loss of height, and bone fractures. Many of the symptoms are not noticed until the disease is in its advanced stages.

It is unknown to doctors what causes osteoporosis. Bones continuously change as new bone is made and old bone deteriorates. In young adults, their body creates new bones at a faster rate than the body breaks down old bone. Peak bone mass is reached at about the age of 30. Size and density of bones determines their strength. Bones containing fewer minerals than normal have a tendency of being weaker and eventually lose their structure.

Many risk factors that you can change play a part in your chances of developing osteoporosis. Some of them include; eating disorders, calcium intake, tobacco use, alcohol consumption, and certain medications. Some of the risk factors that cannot be changed are; aging, frame size, thyroids, race, being a female and some medical conditions affecting bone health.

Weight loss surgery, Crohn’s disease, hyperparathyroidism and Cushing’s disease can all affect your body’s ability to absorb calcium and minerals needed to maintain healthy bones.

Nonpharmacological therapy such as vitamin D supplementation, fall prevention and weight bearing exercise may be helpful in the prevention of osteoporosis.

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