"Osteoporosis"

Myself @aspiya From #Bangladesh

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Greetings Wonderful Individuals

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I am glad to be here with all of you and wish everyone to be in good condition by the grace of Allah. Today I am happy to join new contest on osteoporosis hosted by @suboohi in the Healthy Steem Community.

What do you understand by osteoporosis?

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Osteoporosis thus can be described as a progressive chronic medical condition distinguished by considerable reduction in bone mineralization and/also bone strength or rather the ability of bone to resist fracture. It includes different forms such as bone structure quality decline, bone density loss, and increased fracture risk. This condition is often brought by hormonal imbalance in the body and is worse off by age since after the age of 40 years the bones become frail.

Write some common causes of it.

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Here are some common causes of osteoporosis:

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🔹Aging: Losing density on the bones, bones turn out to be more brittle as a person ages.

🔹Hormonal changes: It was either early ovarian failure or postmenopausal osteoporosis in women since estrogen deficient or low level of testosterone in men.

🔹Genetics: If one had family history of osteoporosis then it shall be likely that they be diagnosed of osteoporosis.

🔹Insufficient calcium and vitamin D: They are silenced nutrients and they are required in the bone formation; deficiency leads to bone frailness.

🔹Lack of physical activity: Especially a lack of activities that the bones bear weight and that contribute to the building up of the bones.

🔹Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption: Both habits can tie up the body’s capacity to take and assimilate nutrients required for the bones.

In my opinion, the identification of these causes can compel all of us to change our lifestyle to ensure we maintain strong bones.

How do you diagnose it or its symptoms?

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The initial sign of osteoporosis is often noticed with the onset of a fracture that means early diagnosis is essential. They include back pain, height loss and bone fractures attributable to mishaps such as tripping or falling.

For diagnosis, the most appropriate test is the Bone Density Test that determines the density of bones and the risk of fracture. Blood analyses may also show the surcharges of calcium, vitamin D and other factors thought to influence bone density.

To my mind, awareness of these symptoms and regular mammography can play an important role in early prevention of severe fractures.

How is it treated and prevented?

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Osteoporosis management and prevention involves the use of medications, change of lifestyle, and close follow up. According to me these are some steps that can be very useful in preserving the bone health.

Treatment:

🔹Medications: Medications such as calcium and vitamin D are some other recommended drugs that make the bones strong.

🔹Lifestyle Changes: Strengthening exercises, not smoking, limiting alcohol intake are beneficial for bones.

Prevention:

🔹Balanced Diet: Calcium and vitamin D foods such as dairy and green vegetables are good for bones.

🔹Physical Activity: Aerobic exercises and weight training in particular aid in the preservation of bone mass strength.

🔹Regular Screenings: Screening’s done for bone density for the candidates at risk aids in identifying the problem zone at an early stage.

To my mind, all these steps are important in maintaining healthy bone mass and preventing bone fractures.