Healthy Bone Versus Bone Weakened by OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a progressive disease that causes bones to become thin
and porous, significantly increasing the risk for spinal and hip fractures.
Osteoporosis usually does not have an effect on people until they are 60 or
older. ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerKathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerCarla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Geriatric Medicine Current as of:
May 4, 2017 Author:
Healthwise Staff Medical Review:
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Geriatric Medicine |
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