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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is the loss of bone strength leading to an increased risk of fracture.
Who is at Risk
Have you had
- Fracture
- Or, reduction in height
- Or, your parents had a fracture
Do you have any chronic disease
- Diarrhea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Or, Rheumatoid disease
- Or, Hormonal disease
Do you have
- Low calcium intake
- Low daily sunshine exposure
- Steroid medication for any disease
- Regular alcohol intake
- Tobacco smoking habit
- Sedentary lifestyle
If you are a Women - did you have
- Menopause before age 45
- Or, Hysterectomy before age 40
- Or, Menstrual irregularity
If you are a Man - Do you have
- Impotence or sexual drive problems
What is the Risk
An Osteoporotis Fractures Can Lead to
- Discomfort & Pain,
- Disability & Dependence,
- Slow & Painful Death
Test for Osteoporosis
BMD (Bone Mineral Density) by DEXA
- It is the best method for Diagnosis
- It is done for Wrist, Spine and Hips
- BMD, ‘T' & ‘Z' scores are measured.
Treatment & prevention
If you have the above risk factors -
- Consult for BMD analysis and treatment
Adequate -
- Calcium, Vitamin D and Exercise