What is Osteoporosis

What is Osteoporosis

What is Osteoporosis

What is Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a condition where the bones become weak in the body. In these conditions the possibility of a broken bone in the body is very large. Because osteoporosis can occur in all people is very important to know what causes osteoporosis and what steps should be taken to prevent it.

The effects of osteoporosis

Osteoporosis can affect any bone in the body anada. The bones in the hip, spine, wrist, ribs, pelvis and upper arm more prone to the condition than other bones in your body. The bones can fracture due to osteoporosis and can cause serious fractures.

How to prevent osteoporosis

Osteoporosis can decrease bone density and cause the body to become thin and weak. However, fractures can be prevented, Factors that could cause or worsen

osteoporosis, such as lifestyle and smoking should be avoided. Some medications can also prevent the natural process of osteoporosis.

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