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Most cases of osteoporosis occur as an acceleration of this normal aging process, which is referred to as primary osteoporosis
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What are the types of osteoporosis?
There are a few types of osteoporosis that include degenerative osteoporosis. Other forms of osteoporosis include primary and secondary osteoporosis.
How do you compare and contrast primary and secondary osteoporosis?
There are several medical texts out in the world that define Osteoporosis as either Primary Osteoporosis or Secondary Osteoporosis. Primary osteoporosis is said to be a bone disorder of relatively unknown origin that occurs with aging and accelerates later on in life. Secondary osteoporosis, is the type of osteoporosis that has a direct cause. This type of osteoporosis is "secondary to," or caused by, something else.Many medical professionals consider all Osteoporosis to actually be Secondary Osteoporosis. This is because there are many known factors. Doctors have said that if one examines things closely enough....you will be able to find a secondary cause for almost every case of osteoporosis. There are many disorders, factors and conditions that have been associated with the development of osteoporosis.
What is the primary reason why osteoporosis incidents in the US are expected to increase?
Osteoporosis is expected to increase due to longevity of the population.
What medical specialist deals with osteoporosis?
Primary care providers, gynecologists, endocrinologists, and orthopedists all treat osteoporosis.
Are there exercises meant for improving osteoporosis symptoms?
The best exercises to improve osteoporosis is weight bearing exercises. Sufferers with osteoporosis should use hand weights for 30 minutes 3 times a week to build strength in their bones and improve their symptoms.
What is meant by primary metal?
A primary metal is obtained directly from ores.
What is osteoperous?
Osteoperous is not a real word. If you meant osteoporosis, that is a medical condition where your bones become brittle from the loss of tissues.
What is the condition in which bone resorption outpaces bone deposition leading to the bone becoming more porous and brittle?
Osteoporosis
How do you treat osteoporosis arthritis?
should my primary doctor sceduled a bone density test on me. I am 70 yrs if age and have had only one test at 62.
What are the different bone diseases?
Examples include: Osteoporosis, Osteopenia, Osteomalacia, Paget's disease, and Bone Metastases (from other sites where a cancerous process is primary).
What is meant by primary school in canada?
In Canada, primary school refers to grades 1-6 of a child's education.
The condition in which bone density is lost and bones become brittle is called?
osteoporosis
