Osteoporosis overview

#shorts #osteoporosis #overview Queries: bone loss low bone density national osteoporosis foundation low bone density symptoms types of osteoporosis weak bones symptoms alcohol and osteoporosis bisphosphonates for osteoporosis causes of osteoporosis in females degenerative osteoporosis brittle bone disease nhs osteoporosis in neck low bone density causes weak bones condition osteoporosis in back bones weak disease early menopause osteoporosis causes of osteoporosis in males statins and osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the bones. Its name comes from Latin for “porous bones.” The inside of a healthy bone has small spaces, like a honeycomb. Osteoporosis increases the size of these spaces, causing the bone to lose strength and density. In addition, the outside of the bone grows weaker and thinner. Osteoporosis can occur in people of any age, but it’s more common in older adults, especially women. More than 53 million people in the United States either have osteoporosis or are at high risk of developing it. People with osteoporosis are at a high risk of fractures, or bone breaks while doing routine activities such as standing or walking. The most commonly affected bones are the ribs, hips, and the bones in the wrists and spine. Osteoporosis symptoms The early stages of osteoporosis don’t cause any symptoms or warning signs. In most cases, people with osteoporosis don’t know they have the condition until they have a fracture. If symptoms do appear, some of the earlier ones may include: receding gums weakened grip strength weak and brittle nails If you don’t have symptoms but have a family history of osteoporosis, talking to your doctor can help you assess your risk. Severe osteoporosis Without appropriate treatment, osteoporosis can worsen. As bones get thinner and weaker, the risk of fracture increases. Symptoms of severe osteoporosis can include a fracture from a fall or even from a strong sneeze or cough. They can also include back or neck pain or loss of height. Back or neck pain or loss of height can be caused by a compression fracture. This is a break in one of the vertebrae in your neck or back, which is so weak that it breaks under the normal pressure in your spine. If you do have a fracture from osteoporosis, how long it takes to heal will depend on many factors. These include where the fracture is, how severe it is, as well as your age and health history.