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| Osteoporosis |
Term:
Osteoporosis
Description:
Abnormal loss of bony tissue, causing fragile bones that fracture easily; pain, esp. in the back; and loss of stature. The condition is common in postmenopausal women and also occurs in those immobilized or given steroid therapy for a long period and as a result of some endochrine disorders.
Symptoms:
n/a
Treatment:
Postmenopausal osteoporosis is sometimes treated with estrogen preparations.
*You should always seek a professional physician's
advice before trying to administer any type of treatment.
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