degenerative
Osteopenia
, also called low bone mass or low bone density, is a condition in which bone density is low. Because their bones are weaker, people with osteopenia may have a higher risk of fractures, and some people may go on to develop the more serious condition of . In 2010, 43 million older adults in the US had osteopenia. Unlike osteoporosis, osteopenia usually does not cause noticeable symptoms because losing bone density itself does not cause pain.
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·Usually
How it's found
- ·Bone density scan
Prevention
- ·Adequate Vitamin D and calcium, regular weight bearing exercise, avoiding excessive alcohol and smoking
Treatment
- ·Usually unmerited
Complications
- ·Development into
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