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What causes Osteoporosis
Bone is a living tissue. There are two main types of cell in bone, the osteoclasts which destroy old bone and the osteoblasts which make newer stronger bone (bone formation). Osteoporosis occurs when there is an imbalance between these two processes. The osteoclasts become more active and the osteoblasts less active so more bone is removed and less formed. People with Osteoporosis lose more bone than they make.
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Osteoporosis can happen to any of your bones, but is most common in the hip, wrist, and in your spine, also called your vertebrae (ver-tuh-bray). Vertebrae are important because these bones support your body to stand and sit upright. One of the best ways to diagnose osteoporosis is with a bone density scan. Advanced Orthopaedic Institute, specializes in both the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis.
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Many factors will increase your risk of developing osteoporosis and suffering a fracture. Some of these risk factors can be changed, while others cannot. Recognizing your own risk factors is important so you can take steps to prevent this condition from developing or treat it before it becomes worse.
Major risk factors include:
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Older age (starting in the mid-30s but accelerating after 50 years of age)
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Non-Hispanic white and Asian ethnic background
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Small bone structure
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Family history of osteoporosis or osteoporosis-related fracture in a parent or sibling
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Previous fracture following a low-level trauma, especially after age 50
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Sex hormone deficiency, particularly estrogen deficiency, both in women (e.g. menopause) and men
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Anorexia nervosa
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Cigarette smoking
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Alcohol abuse
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Low dietary intake or absorption of calcium and vitamin D
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Sedentary lifestyle or immobility
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