Gynecology and Women Health

Osteoporosis

The name "osteoporosis" simply means "porous bone." It's a bone-weakening disorder that puts you at a higher risk for unexpected bone fractures if you have it. Osteoporosis is well-defined as a loss of bone mass and strength. Bone is a living tissue that constantly disintegrates and replaces itself. When the formation of new bone does not keep up with the loss of old bone, osteoporosis develops. Osteoporosis develops gradually, and a person may not realize they have it until a fracture or break occurs as a result of a minor occurrence, such as a fall. Even a simple cough or sneeze can cause osteoporotic bones to break. As osteoporosis develops, the "holes" in the "sponge" get wider and more numerous, weakening the inside of the bone. Bones support the body's structure and safeguard vital organs. Bones hold calcium and other minerals as well. Bone is broken down and replaced when the body requires calcium. Osteoporosis is a disease that affects men and women of all races and ethnicities. Bone loss can be prevented or strengthened with the help of medications, a healthy diet, and weight-bearing activity.

Symptoms of osteoporosis

• Shortness of breath
• Bone fractures.
• Lower back discomfort
• receding gums
• weakened grip strength
• weak and brittle nails
• Back pain caused by a damaged or compressed vertebra
• gradual height reduction
• Stooped posture