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Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by thinning of the bones and loss of bone density. It is caused by deficiencies in estrogen and vitamin D and can be diagnosed through energy x-ray absorptiometry. Symptoms include backaches, neck pain, height loss, and hunched posture. Prevention involves lifestyle changes like exercise and nutrition, while treatment consists of antiresorptive and anabolic agents.

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Osteoporosis
• Osteoporosis: Thinning of the bones with reduction in bone mass due to depletion of calcium and bone protein
CAUSES – Estrogen deficiency – Vitamin D deficiency
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS • Backache brought about by repeated spinal compression fracture. • Neck pain • Height loss • Dowager hump or hunched back appearance • Reduce bone density.
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DIAGNOSIS • Osteoporosis can diagnose by the use of ENERGY X-RAY ABSORPTIOMETRY.
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PREVENTION • Life style • Exercise • Proper nutrition
TREATMENT • ANTIRESORPTIVE AGENT • ANABOLIC AGENT
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