Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis - Symptoms

Osteoporosis - How to prevent?

Osteoporosis - Causes and Risk Factors

What are the risk factors for osteoporosis?

Sex and age
Body size – low body mass index (BMI)
Early menopause
Childbearing
Medications – e.g. steroids, anti-epileptic drugs
Hormone-related disorders such as thyroid disease, reduced amount of sex hormones, and adrenal glands disorder
Medical conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, or disorders of the intestinal tract
Prolonged bed rest and lack of exercise
Lack of calcium and vitamin D in diet
Excessive weight loss/dieting
Smoking and high alcohol intake

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Article contributed by Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital; Department of Physiotherapy; Department of Family Medicine

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