The osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and porous, increasing the risk of fractures even from minor impacts. It is a silent but significant condition, as fractures canexponencialmente greatly reduce quality of life..
The most common causes include age, female sex, menopause, prolonged use of certain medications (such as corticosteroids), chronic conditions like diabetes or kidney failure, and a sedentary lifestyle.
Treatment aims to strengthen the bones,, prevent fractures, and and improve quality of life.It is based on lifestyle changes (strength exercises, balanced diet, avoiding alcohol and tobacco, etc.), preventive measures to reduce fall risk, and medication when indicated.
