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Encyclopedia: Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis is a disease of bone that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis the bone mineral density is reduced, bone microarchitecture is disrupted, and the amount and variety of non-collagenous proteins in bone is altered. Osteoporosis is defined by the World Health Organization in women as a bone mineral density 2.5 standard deviations below peak bone mass as measured by DXA; the term "established osteoporosis" includes the...


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  • Bone Loss - 3 replies

    Does anyone know the percent of bone loss a tooth has to have before it is no longer able And if you are already into bone loss phase, you should consult a periodontist...

    Aug 02, 2008

  • Are You Taking Medication For Bone Loss ? - 5 replies

    I have bone loss and my doctor wants me to take medication to add bone. Have you taken any, what is really high for the bone density scan I had one a year ago and my doc wants me to...

    Feb 08, 2008

  • anti-epileptic meds (Topamax, Neuontin, ) and bone loss - 3 replies

    I was sorry to read here of Topamax causing bone loss & osteopenia in at one person. I didn t know risk of causing bone loss & osteopenia as well, and if so, is it to the same degree as Topamax? And has

    Jan 23, 2007

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What are systemic diseases that cause alveolar bone loss?
I have been slowly losing bone in my jaw over many years. I do not...

It could be wisdom teeth coming in combined with lack of calcium/vitamin D that could cause the jaw to recede which together cause teeth compression and bite disortions. A...

Asked by Kathy L - 14 months ago

What are the Causes of Oral Bone Loss?
Hi, As my doctor sent me to a specialist to understand the cause of my gum...

I'm a registered dental hygienist. your ? is kind of conflicting (which i completely understand as you do not have a degree in the dental field!!!) gum recession...

Asked by lucetios - 32 months ago

  • Kidneys and Bones

    Watch this video about a link between kidneys and bones on HowStuffWorks. Patients who suffer from chronic kidney failure almost always suffer from bone loss as well. See how a protein found in the kidneys...

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  • Preventing Osteoporosis

    Watch this video about preventing osteoporosis on HowStuffWorks. Researchers are working on new ways of producing bone growth cells to offset bone loss to do old age. Learn about the latest research hoping to prevent...

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Osteoporosis Exercises Slide Show

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What do you do to prevent osteoporosis? Learn about some exercises to prevent or treat osteoporosis in this slide show:

Exercise, especially weight-bearing exercise, can strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis. This slide show will guide you through exercises intended to prevent or treat osteoporosis if done regularly. By strengthening your bones and muscles you also improve your posture and balance.

Osteoporosis Exercises Slide Show


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