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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis causes bones to become more fragile, leading to an increase in bone fractures that can require hospitalization or extended nursing care. Bone density tests can reveal whether you are at risk, and nutritional discipline and an exercise regimen will help your bones stay strong. Learn about the latest treatment options for osteoporosis, including those involving alternative medicine and stem cell research.

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Frederick Singer
Dr. Frederick Singer-Director of the Endocrine/Bone Disease Program, John Wayne Cancer Institute
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Charles Triay
Doctor Charles Triay-General Practicioner
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Osteoporosis Basics 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. What is "osteoporosis"? 
  3. How common is osteoporosis? 
  4. What is the cause of osteoporosis? 
  5. What are the symptoms of osteoporosis? 
  6. Does osteoporosis ever occur in children? 
  7. Is osteoporosis a painful condition? 
  8. Can osteoporosis affect my sex life? 
  9. Can osteoporosis or its treatment lead to other diseases? 
  10. Can osteoporosis be fatal? 
Osteoporosis Risk Factors 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. What are the primary risk factors for osteoporosis? 
  3. If my mother had a history of osteoporosis why would I get it too? 
  4. Will I develop osteoporosis if I become unable to walk? 
  5. What is "scoliosis"? 
  6. Is scoliosis caused by osteoporosis? 
  7. How is osteoporosis detected? 
  8. Can a doctor tell if I have osteoporosis just by looking at me? 
  9. What is "kyphosis"? 
  10. What is a "bone density test"? 
  11. Who should have bone density testing? 
  12. Do X-rays play a role in determining osteoporosis? 
  13. What is "osteopenia"? 
Prevention Of Osteoporosis 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. How can I prevent osteoporosis? 
  3. Does my diet affect my chances of developing osteoporosis? 
  4. Can vitamins help prevent osteoporosis? 
  5. Why is exercise important to osteoporosis prevention? 
  6. How does estrogen deficiency cause osteoporosis? 
  7. How does testosterone deficiency cause osteoporosis? 
  8. What is "estrogen replacement therapy"? 
  9. What is "testosterone replacement therapy"? 
  10. Is there an alternative to estrogen and testosterone replacement therapy? 
  11. How effective are osteoporosis prevention measures? 

Popular Questions

  • Can osteoporosis affect my sex life?
  • If my mother had a history of osteoporosis why would I get it too?
  • Can a doctor tell if I have osteoporosis just by looking at me?
  • How can I prevent osteoporosis?
  • Can vitamins help prevent osteoporosis?
  • How can I avoid bone fractures if I have osteoporosis?
  • What types of medications are used to treat osteoporosis?
  • Can osteoporosis be cured by medication?
  • Are there any treatments for osteoporosis that don't involve medication?
  • Are there side effects related to drugs used to treat osteoporosis?
  • What are the major myths about osteoporosis?
  • How can I best support a spouse or parent suffering from osteoporosis?
  • What are the best ways of preventing osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis And Fractures 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. Do all patients with osteoporosis experience bone fractures? 
  3. How can I avoid bone fractures if I have osteoporosis? 
  4. How long does it take to recover from a bone fracture if I have osteoporosis? 
Osteoporosis Treatment 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. How quickly can osteoporosis worsen if it remains untreated? 
  3. What types of medications are used to treat osteoporosis? 
  4. Which drugs control bone breakdown? 
  5. Which drugs stimulate bone formation? 
  6. Can osteoporosis be cured by medication? 
  7. Are there any promising cures for osteoporosis on the horizon? 
  8. Are there any treatments for osteoporosis that don't involve medication? 
  9. Can alternative medicine reduce osteoporosis symptoms? 
Osteoporosis Drug Side Effects 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. Are there side effects related to drugs used to treat osteoporosis? 
  3. How do I protect myself from bone loss caused by cortisone usage? 
  4. Do drugs that decrease testosterone increase my risk for osteoporosis? 
  5. Do drugs that lower estrogen put me at risk for developing osteoporosis? 
  6. What is "osteonecrosis of the jaw"? 
Osteoporosis And Patient/Doctor Interactions 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. Do I need a specialist to diagnosis osteoporosis? 
  3. How will my doctor know if my osteoporosis medication is effective? 
  4. What if I have a fracture while taking my osteoporosis medicine? 
  5. What is "human parathyroid hormone 1-34"? 
  6. When should human parathyroid hormone 1-34 be used in my treatment? 
Osteoporosis Myths And Unknowns 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. What are the major myths about osteoporosis? 
  3. What are the major unknowns about osteoporosis? 
Osteoporosis Support 
  1. Dr. Frederick Singer
  2. How can I best support a spouse or parent suffering from osteoporosis? 
  3. Are there any support groups for people with osteoporosis? 
Osteoporosis 
  1. Doctor Charles Triay
  2. What causes osteoporosis? 
  3. What are the best ways of preventing osteoporosis? 

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