Osteoporosis Causes and Treatments – A Complete Guide
It is a bone disorder. The bones become fragile.
It is a disorder in which bone mineral density or bone mass decreases.
It is a change in bone strength.
It is a silent disorder. The bone loss is not diagnosed until the bone breaks.
The commonly begins in Hips, wrists, and spine.
Are there any symptoms of Osteoporosis?
The bone loss does not cause any symptoms.
It is a sudden fracture in the bone.
The bones gradually lose strength and density.
The warning signs may include-
- Losing an inch of your height
- Posture changes
- Shortness of breath
- Lower back pain
What is osteopenia?
It is a condition in which bone loss occurs gradually.
The bone loss is invisible.
The bone damage is less severe.
If it is not treated, it progresses to osteoporosis.
People who are at the risk of developing Osteoporosis-
Family history-
The risk of osteoporosis increases in people having a family history of bone disorders.
Growing age –
Bone loss naturally occurs with the growing age.
Until the age of 30, the bones are formed.
After the age of 30, the rate of bone degradation exceeds the rate of bone formation.
This leads to bone loss.
Gender – Females have an increased risk of osteoporosis.
It usually occurs in postmenopausal women.
Estrogen levels decline after menopause.
It is a hormone responsible for bone formation.
The reduced hormone declines bone formation.
Chronic disorders – The disease induces inflammation and also impairs absorption.
- Endocrine disorders
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Autoimmune disease
- Blood disorders
Medication side effects- Certain medicines reduce the absorption of nutrients.
- Proton pump inhibitors
- Glucocorticoids
- Anti-convulsants
- Hormone therapies
Lifestyle factors-
- Smoking tobacco
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Alcohol use
What medicines are used in Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis can be treated by a balanced approach-
- A healthy, balanced diet
- Active lifestyle
- Using vitamins and mineral supplements
- Hormone therapy
- Bisphosphonates
- Parathyroid hormone
Can calcium preparations improve osteoporosis?
These do not cure the underlying cause of osteoporosis.
They are just added to strengthen the bones and slow down disease progression.
Calcium forms the building blocks of the bones.
These are the external supplements that contain calcium.
- Maintain bone density
- Slow down bone breakdown
- Prevents bone scavenging
- Strengthen the collagen matrix
Why is calcium combined with vitamin D?
Vitamin D is usually given with calcium supplements.
It increases the absorption of calcium.
It increases the absorption of calcium from the intestine into the blood.
Vitamin D also strengthens the muscles.
Are all calcium preparations available over the counter?
The standard calcium preparations like calcium citrate or calcium carbonate are usually available over the counter.
However, specific formulations or high-dose variants need a doctor’s prescription.
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