Osteoporosis (cont.)
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- Osteoporosis Overview
- Osteoporosis Causes
- Osteoporosis Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Osteoporosis Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
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- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
- Viewer Comments: Osteoporosis - Symptoms at Onset of Disease
Prevention
Building strong bones during childhood and adolescence can be the best defense against developing osteoporosis later. The average woman has acquired 98% of her skeletal mass by 30 years of age.
There are four steps to prevent osteoporosis. No one step alone is enough to prevent osteoporosis.
- Eat a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D.
- Engage in weight-bearing exercise.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle with no smoking or excessive alcohol intake.
- Take medication to improve bone density when appropriate.
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Osteoporosis - Symptoms at Onset of Disease
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The symptoms of osteoporosis can vary greatly from patient to patient. What were your symptoms at the onset of your disease?
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Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disorder characterized by decreased bone mass and deterioration of bony microarchitecture.
