disease- Osteoporosis
Symptoms/Complications:
1. Bone fractures from minor falls
2. Loss of height over time
3. Back pain
Causes:
1. Aging
2. Hormonal changes (ex. post-menopause)
3. Dietary deficiencies (calcium/vitamin D)
Management/Prevention:
1. Supplements – Calcium and Vitamin D supplements help strengthen bone health and prevent further density loss in bones.
2. Medications- Alendronate and Risedronate also help prevent the loss of bone mass and increase bone density
3. Exercise: Regular physical activity, strength training, and weight-bearing exercises. These all help strengthening the bones and help physical balance which ultimately reduces the risk of falls.
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