Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis: low bone mass + microarchitectural deterioration increasing fracture risk. T-score ≤-2.5. Fragility fractures (hip, spine, wrist) are the clinical consequence. Prevention is key.

osteoporosis osteopenia low bone density bone thinning
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What this condition is

What is bone density?Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. But when more bone is broken down than replaced, you lose bone density, also called bone mass. Bone density is a measure of the amount of calcium and other minerals in bone. Bones containing more minerals are denser. They tend to be stronger and less likely to fracture (break)…

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Osteoporosis

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M81.6 Localized osteoporosis [Lequesne] Z82.62 Family history of osteoporosis Z13.820 Encounter for screening for osteoporosis M81.8 Other osteoporosis without current pathological fracture Z87.310 Personal history of (healed) osteoporosis fracture M81.0 Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture M80.80XS Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, sequela M80.811S Other osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, right shoulder, sequela
Common tests

Tests performed

DEXA scan (T-score) FRAX score (10-year fracture risk) Calcium + Vitamin D PTH TSH CBC BMP 24h urine calcium Testosterone (men)
Common medications

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Calcium 1000-1200 mg/day + Vitamin D 800-1000 IU/day Bisphosphonates: Alendronate, Risedronate, Zoledronic acid (first-line) Denosumab (Prolia) — injection q6 months Romosozumab (Evenity) — high-risk Teriparatide (Forteo) — anabolic
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Bone Density What is bone density?Your bones are made of living tissue. To keep them strong, your body breaks down old bone and replaces it with new bone. But when more bone is broken down than replaced, you lose bone density, also called bone mass. Bone density is a measure of the amount of calcium and other minerals in bone. Bones containing more minerals are denser. They tend to be stronger and less likely to fracture (break)… Fractures What is a fracture?A fracture is a break in a bone. Fractures are usually caused by injuries. Since they can sometimes be serious, it's important to get medical care right away if you think you have a fracture.What are the different types of fractures?There are different ways to describe fractures. For example, there are different types of fractures based on:Whether the bone is partially or completely broken.Whether… Bone Diseases Your bones help you move, give you shape and support your body. They are living tissues that rebuild constantly throughout your life. During childhood and your teens, your body adds new bone faster than it removes old bone. After about age 20, you can lose bone faster than you make bone. To have strong bones when you are young, and to prevent bone loss when you are older, you need to get enough calcium, vitamin D, a… Vitamin D Deficiency What is vitamin D deficiency?Vitamin D deficiency means that your body is not getting enough vitamin D to stay healthy.Why do I need vitamin D and how do I get it?Vitamin D helps your body absorb calcium. Calcium is one of the main building blocks of bone. Vitamin D also has a role in your nervous, muscle, and immune systems.You can get vitamin D in three ways: through your skin, from your diet, and from supplements…