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Severe back pain can be a symptom
of osteoporosis. |
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The most common places where
fractures occur include the back and wrist. |
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Osteoporosis affects only
women many years after
menopause. |
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A Primary Care Physician is one
type of doctor who treats osteoporosis. |
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A BMD test is a blood test that
measures your bone mineral density. |
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A change in posture and loss of
height are not potential signs of osteoporosis. |
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Performing weight-bearing exercise
is an important way to rebuild bone strength. |
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Some fish are good sources of
calcium. |
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The body's ability to absorb
calcium is affected by drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes. |
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May is National Osteoporosis Awareness Month. |
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