Osteoporosis Symptoms
Osteoporosis is a condition that means your bones are weak, and you’re more likely to break a bone. Since there are no symptoms, you might not know your bones are getting weaker until you break a bone!
A broken bone can really affect a woman’s life. It can cause disability, pain, or loss of independence. It can make it harder to do daily activities without help, such as walking. This can make it hard to participate in social activities. It can also cause severe back pain and deformity.
Before the 1990s, we used to think only women got osteoporosis. Now we know that men also have to worry about weak bones. In fact, one in four men over age 50 will suffer a fracture caused by osteoporosis. But women are still four times more likely than men to develop osteoporosis because of the loss of estrogen at menopause. Estrogen blocks or slows down bone loss. Symptoms
of Osteoporosis In the early stages of bone loss, you usually have no pain or symptoms. But once bones have been weakened by osteoporosis, you may have signs and symptoms that include:
- Fracture of the vertebrae, wrists, hips or other bones
- Back pain
- Loss of height over time, with an accompanying stooped posture
Early detection is key. You may be able to slow osteoporosis if you find out you have it or prevent it if you discover you're likely to develop it. Consider your risk factors, then discuss your risk with your doctor and plan your prevention strategy. If you're a woman, it's best to do this well before menopause.
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