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Osteoporosis can catch you off guard with a sudden or unexpected fracture sometimes even with the mildest of pressures like as leaning down or coughing, according to the theme of World Osteoporosis Day 2022. The silent bone disease gradually renders the bones porous and vulnerable to harm, yet it rarely manifests any signs. Due to their declining estrogen hormone levels, women who are close to menopause are more susceptible to osteoporosis than younger women. In addition, drinking alcohol, smoking, not getting enough calcium or vitamin D, and leading a sedentary lifestyle can all increase the risk of contracting the illness, which will only worsen over time if the symptoms are not treated.
WHY WOMEN ARE MORE LIKELY THAN MEN TO HAVE OSTEOPOROSIS
Women are more susceptible to developing this condition and will also have bone loss at a faster rate than men due to the fall in estrogen levels that occur during menopause. Several risk factors make the illness worse.
RISK FACTORS OF OSTEOPOROSIS
The following are risk factors for osteoporosis in addition to age and sex:
• Early menopause
• Not eating enough (body mass index below 19)
• Medical illnesses such rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, breast or prostate cancer, or certain digestive disorders that are linked to osteoporosis
• Medications that cause osteoporosis, like long-term daily glucocorticoid use (steroids)
• Hip fracture or osteoporosis in the parents
• A sedentary way of life
• Heavy drinking and smoking
• Low dietary calcium and vitamin D intake
• An earlier fracture
Asian and Caucasian persons are more likely to develop it than other races.
SYMPTOMS OF OSTEOPOROSIS
Osteoporosis has no outward signs and may go unnoticed until a fracture occurs, which has a negative influence on mobility.
Indicators of osteoporosis include:
• Height loss (getting shorter by an inch or more).
• Alteration of posture (stooping or bending forward).
• Breathing problems (smaller lung capacity due to compressed disks).
• Broken bones.
• Lower back discomfort.
TIPS FOR PREVENTING OSTEOPOROSIS
Women over the age of 60 are advised to get their bone density checked. Bone strength can be assessed using bone mineral density tests or dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry scans, but standard X-rays only reveal the presence of the illness in its advanced stages. The most significant risk factors that may be controlled to prevent osteoporosis are diet and lifestyle.
OSTEOPOROSIS DIET
Sardines, green vegetables, dairy products, and calcium supplements all help to build stronger bones and lower your risk of developing osteoporosis in the future.
Sunlight is one of the finest methods to obtain vitamin D, which is an equally crucial element in the body’s ability to absorb the calcium it consumes. In addition to these, consuming more protein and leading a healthy lifestyle by abstaining from tobacco, drinking less alcohol, and exercising regularly can help prevent the condition.
OSTEOPOROSIS TREATMENT
Osteoporosis treatment aims to reduce or stop bone loss and avoid fractures. Here are a few advices:
• Adequate nutrition
• A change in lifestyle
• Movement
• Fall prevention to aid in fracture prevention.
• Medicines
