Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease of bones that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis the bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced, bone microarchitecture is deteriorating, and the amount and variety of proteins in bone is altered. Osteoporosis literally leads to abnormally porous bone that is compressible, like a sponge. Bones that are affected by osteoporosis can break (fracture) with relatively minor injury that normally would not cause a bone to fracture.

Causes of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis occurs when there is an imbalance between new bone formation and old bone resorption. Women are simply more likely to develop osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is also caused by factors that are completely in your control, and this is what makes osteoporosis preventable.

Symptoms of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis can be present without any symptoms for decades because osteoporosis doesn't cause symptoms until bone fractures. Later in the course of the disease, sharp pains may come on suddenly. The pain may not radiate (spread to other areas); it may be made worse by activity that puts weight on the area, may be accompanied by tenderness, and generally begins to subside in one week. Pain may linger more than three months.

When to seek treatment?

If you are past menopause and have constant pain in areas such as the neck or lower back, consult your doctor for further evaluation. Seeking medical care is appropriate if the pain persists even without activity or if it becomes more severe.

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