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| OSTEOPOROSIS |
| Osteo - -Bone Porosis- -the formation of callus in reparir of fractured bone |
Osterporosis is a disease marked by thinning of the bones, making them brittle and more vulnerable to spontaneous fractures. The disease affects some twenty million people in the United States. After the age of forty-five, it is nine times more common in women than men. Older persons are more susceptible than middle-aged people, and whites and orientals more than blacks. Fair-haired, fair-skinned people are particularly vulnerable. Osteoporosis tends to run in families. A person who has a close relative with the disease is likely to develop it later in life. Osterporosis is irreversible after a certain stage. However with treatment its progression can be halted or at least slowed down. You have already have Osteroporosis or be at risk of getting it. In either case theres ia a lot you can learn and do about the disease. Bone is a living tissue that is constantly being broken down and rebuilt in very complex ways, even in adults. Bones require calciu,mvitamin D and phosphorus. The availability and use of these substances by the skeleton is regulated by hormones and physical stress on the ends of the bones is necessary to hekp them form and grow. The contribution made by calcium--in association with vitamin D--seems to be the most important factor in the process. The absorption of calcium into bone in women is ultimately dependent upon the hormone estrogen. Some degree of bond loss is an inevitable consequence of aging. In people with osterporosis, however, the rate of bone loss considerably exceeds that of bone formation. Exactly what causes the increased loss of bone due to osteroporosis is unknown. However there appear to be many contributing factors including hormonal imbalances which affect the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and the decrease in estrogen production in menopausal women or those with surgical removed ovaries. Women with small bones appear to be particularly susceptible to this disease. Other factors relation to an individuals life style may have an effect. Prolonged bed rest, immobilization and inactivity promote bone loss in young people and to an even greater extend, in the elderly. Inadequate nutrition, including diet lacking in calciu, vitamin D and protein is also thought to contribute to the onset. Osteoporosis is sometimes called a "silent" disease because it it generally remains uncovered until a fracture occurs. One of the earliest signs is a gradual decrease in height and rounding of the shoulders following menopause as a result of small spontaneous fractures, occuring in the spinal column.The wrist and hips are also very susceptible to easy fracture, The change in curvature of the spine may produce a nagging backache. Severe or sharp back pain are rare but they should be brought to your Doctor's attention immediately as they may be the result of a sponaneous collapse or fracture of one or more of the bones that make up the spinal column. By paying attention to the amount of calcium you are receiving in your diet, the amount of exercise you do daily and the amount you smoke or drink can help you protect yourself from developing osteoporosis. Calcium: One way to increase calcium intake is your consumption of foods that are naturally high in calcium. Some of these foods are kale, spinach, turnip greens, raw oysters, sardines, canned salmon and dairy products such as milk and cheese. (it is important to note that dairy product are usually high in calories) Your doctor (as mine did) may prescirbe calcium and vitamin D substitute. He gave me over the counter (OTC) OS*CAL 500 + D and I take one daily. Exercise: Any kind of physical activity can help slow down the rate of bone loss. Therefore it is highly desirable to exercise reularly. Take a daily walk and do within your limits physical activities as tolerated. Cigerettes and Alcohol: A high percentage of women with osteroporosis are smokers and most believe excessive alcohol intake may increase the risk of developing osterporosis. Elderly people with osteoporosis should take every precaution to avoid accidental falls. This disease is responsible for many hip, wrist and spinal fractures that occur in elderly women. If glasses are necessary always wear them. A walking stick or walker should be used if unstead on your feet. Shoes and slippers should have skid-resistant soles. Handrails in bathrooms and sturdy banister rails should be installed for safety for elderly. Treatment is generally geared toward halting or slowing down progression. Depending on age, weight etc. the doctor may recomment added dairy products, cheese or other food rich in calcium or an OTC daily substitute. Generally you or put on either daily or a once a week prescription medication. That is Actonel (risedronate dosium) (5mg if daily or 35 mg if weekly)Rx and has specific details for how to take. Drink 6 glasses of water daily, get proper rest, get right and get plently of exercise. Bone loss to some degree is inevitable as we grow older. In Osteoporosis, however, the process is more pronounced, bones are weaker and thinner. The objective of treatment is stop or slow down the progress of the disease. **Information contained herein is for information only and is in no way intented to replace your Doctor, Health Care Provider or Pharmacist.* |
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