Osteoporosis: Prevent the First Fracture
Bone density testing after 65 (women) or 70 (men), earlier with risk factors.
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Silent until fracture. Vertebral, hip, and wrist fractures are hallmarks.
Prevention
Calcium, vitamin D, weight-bearing exercise, no smoking, moderate alcohol.
Treatment
Bisphosphonates, denosumab, or anabolic agents for high-risk patients.
After any low-trauma fracture over 50, evaluate bone health.
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