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Osteoporosis
A condition in which bones become weak and brittle.
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
42 years experience
Is a type of:
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How common it is:
Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Rare | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Rare | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | Common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Very common |
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Can you please define Osteoporosis?
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In what way can we fight osteoporosis?
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Is osteoporosis a reversible condition?
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What does it mean to have osteoporosis?
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Can a person workout with osteoporosis?
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What increases my chances of osteoporosis?
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What can I take for osteoporosis prevention?
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Why does osteoporosis happen more often in women?
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