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Osteoporosis

Bone Disease

Overview

Osteoporosis is reduced bone density increasing fracture risk, especially in postmenopausal women.

Symptoms

  • Often asymptomatic
  • Fractures (hip, spine, wrist)
  • Height loss

Diagnosis

  • DEXA (T-score ≤-2.5)
  • FRAX risk
  • Vitamin D, Ca

Treatments

  • Bisphosphonates
  • Denosumab
  • Calcium + Vit D
  • Teriparatide

Risk Factors

⚠️Menopause
⚠️Low BMI
⚠️Smoking
⚠️Steroids

Key Facts

  • ℹ️1 in 3 women >50
  • ℹ️Hip fracture 20% 1-year mortality

ICD-10: M81 | Prevalence: çok yaygın

Last updated: 11/9/2025