Question

in old age women often suffer from decreased inbone mass and increase chance of fractures .name the disorder .what are the possible reasons for this symptom

Answer 1

Dear Student,

Osteoporosis it the common disorder that increases the chances of breakage of bones or fractures in old age women. The possible reasons for such a condition are as follows:

• Decrease in estrogen in women during menopause
• Lack of exercise or staying in bed for too long in case of prolonged diseased condition
• Certain medical conditions that may cause increased inflammation in the body
• Taking certain medicines, such as certain seizure medicines, hormone treatments for prostate or breast cancer, and steroid medicines taken for more than 3 months.

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