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Are you at risk for osteoporosis?

• During menopause, estrogen levels produced by the ovaries decreases significantly leading to an increased risk of bone loss. 

• Surgical menopause which happens with removal of the ovaries,accelerates bone loss unless replacement estrogen therapy is started. 

• Inadequate intake of calcium throughout life increases the risk of bone loss since calcium is an important component of bone. 

• Caucasian and Asian women are at increased risk of osteoporosis. 

• A sedentary lifestyle puts women at greater risk of developing osteoporosis. 

• A history of eating disorders increases the risk of osteoporosis.

• Women whose family history includes osteoporosis has an increased risk of bone loss. 

• Some medications such as diuretics, steroids, anticonvulsants, and increase the risk as well. 

• Women who smoke or drink alcohol experience an increased incidence of osteoporosis.