{"id":23453,"date":"2017-04-13T08:23:17","date_gmt":"2017-04-13T08:23:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/health\/?p=23453"},"modified":"2022-05-07T10:12:51","modified_gmt":"2022-05-07T04:42:51","slug":"the-hard-facts-of-osteoporosis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/globalhealthcare\/the-hard-facts-of-osteoporosis","title":{"rendered":"Bothersome Bones \u2013 Breaking Down the Hard Facts of Osteoporosis"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Osteoporosis<\/strong><\/em> is a disease that affects the bones – making them brittle and weak. The word osteoporosis means \u201cporous bone\u201d. When bones affected by osteoporosis are viewed under a microscope, they have large holes and spaces, whereas a healthy bone will have a honeycomb type pattern.<\/p>\n

The bones affected by osteoporosis have lost density and mass because of the abnormal tissue structure inside. As the bones get less dense they are more likely to break and fracture because they are weaker. This then results in breaking and fractures of the bone when simple falls or minor bumps occur. It can even get to the point that bones can become damaged simply by sneezing or coughing.<\/p>\n

It is also common for osteoporosis sufferers to have posture problems. This is particularly the case in the elderly as the spine tends to bend into a hunched position because the bones in the vertebrae are so weak that they can\u2019t fully support the weight of the body.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s extremely common<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"\"<\/a>Sadly, this is a very common disease in the aging population<\/strong> and can have debilitating effects on people, especially if left untreated. Because of the low bone mass, the most likely places that will be affected will be the hips, wrist and spine. But it can affect other bones too.<\/p>\n

Osteoporosis can sneak up on the elderly as there are few warning signs<\/strong><\/a> until a break happens and a test is done to look at the bone density. Because patients can\u2019t actually feel the bones weakening, it\u2019s important to look out for things such as reduction of height, a reduced ability to grip and \u2018stooping\u2019. If you do see any of the signs early then be sure to tell your doctor straight away.<\/p>\n

The effects of osteoporosis are also damaging to a patient\u2019s mental health. Many elderly people with osteoporosis are faced with limited mobility, which effectively reduces their chances of an independent life. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and isolation, which can further turn into depression.<\/p>

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People who are more likely to get osteoporosis are<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n