Osteoporosis – Wikipedia

OsteoporosisElderly woman with osteoporosis showing a curved back from compression fractures of her back bones.PronunciationSpecialtyRheumatology, orthopedicsSymptomsIncreased risk of a broken bone[3]ComplicationsChronic pain[3]Usual onsetOlder age[3]Risk factorsAlcoholism, anorexia, hyperthyroidism, gastrointestinal diseases, surgical removal of the ovaries, kidney disease, smoking, certain…

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