Symptoms
The fractures cause chronic pain, which can lead to disability. The femoral neck fracture usually requires surgery. Fracture healing is delayed in osteoporosis.
Causes
Risk factors for osteoporosis include age, early menopause, removal of both ovaries, osteoporosis in the mother, vitamin D3 deficiency and HIV disease. A low calcium diet, underweight, nicotine consumption and excessive alcohol consumption also have a negative effect on bone health. Osteoporosis can also occur as a result of other diseases, especially chronic gastrointestinal diseases, diabetes or hyperthyroidism, or be favoured by medication (especially cortisone and anti-hormonal therapy for cancer).
Diagnosis
To determine the cause and stage of osteporosis, blood and urine tests, X-ray examinations and bone density measurements are carried out.
Possible treatments
The most important goal is the early detection of the disease before the first fracture occurs. Even after a fracture, it is possible to reduce pain with medication, effectively rebuild bone density and prevent further fractures.
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