What is osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis literally means "porous bones" and is a disease
that causes low bone density, making bones fragile and more likely… [more]
What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because it may
have not any symptoms until you break a bone. While… [more]
What causes osteoporosis?
Bones are made up of cells, protein, and minerals. The
presence of minerals, chiefly calcium and phosphorus, make the bone… [more]
Who is at risk for osteoporosis?
Risk factors for osteoporosis include:
Sex:
Women are at least twice as likely to have osteoporosis as men because
they… [more]
How do I know if I have osteoporosis?
Determining if you have osteoporosis or osteopenia requires
a bone mineral density (BMD) test. If you are a post-menopausal woman,… [more]
What treatments are available for osteoporosis?
Treatment for osteoporosis usually includes changes in nutrition,
an exercise regimen, and medications that help slow bone loss. It is… [more]
How can I prevent osteoporosis?
Probably the most important factor in preventing
osteoporosis is making sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D (which helps… [more]
When should I seek medical care?
Early detection is important in the successful treatment of
osteoporosis. Talk with your doctor about a prevention strategy that includes… [more]
More information about osteoporosis
Healia Resources
Online health communities for osteoporosis
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Medical journals search for osteoporosis
Clinical trials search for… [more]