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The body can lose too much bone and become weak and brittle. This makes one vulnerable to falls and fractures. Learn more about osteoporosis here.
Senile osteoporosis is one of the most common bone ailments among the elderly. Read on to learn what its symptoms are, its causes, treatment, and how to prevent it from happening. What is senile osteoporosis? Senile osteoporosis is osteoporosis that affects a person in their old age. What happens is that as a person grows older, the […]
Reviewed by Jezreel Esguerra, MD • Nov 17, 2022
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by bone loss that occurs over time. It typically starts at the age of 30 and is more common among women, especially during menopause. While osteoporosis is not life-threatening, it is said to be a serious and “silent disease,” because osteoporosis symptoms are not readily perceivable until you get a […]
Reviewed by January Velasco, MD • Jul 18, 2022
What Is Osteoporosis?Osteoporosis is a Latin word that means “porous bone,” which is an accurate description of what happens to the bones of people with osteoporosis. People with osteoporosis have low bone mass, and the structures of their bone deteriorate over time. Their bones can easily break, and a fall can cause serious damage. At a […]
Reviewed by Jobelle Ann Dela Cruz Bigalbal, MD • Jun 03, 2021
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