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Information About Osteoporosis Treatment

Learning about this condition can help guide osteoporosis treatment. It is important to understand the cause of weak, thin bones so that osteoporosis treatment can help prevent complications such as fractures.
What type of calcium supplement is best?
Which type of calcium supplement is best for bone health and bone healing. Calcium supplements can come as calcium carbonate, calcium citrate, and calcium gluconate, among others.
How much calcium is necessary?
A listing of recommended amounts of calcium to include in your diet. Recommended intake of calcium varies depending on factors including age and sex.
Risks and Prevention
Because it is hard to replace bone that is lost, prevention is key. Beginning a lifelong commitment to exercise and healthy nutrition while you are still young will reduce your risk of developing osteoporosis.
National Institutes of Health
Updates on the most recent advances in treatment with good drug therapy information.
Medications for Osteoporosis
Adequate calcium, vitamin D, appropriate exercise and, in some cases, medication are important for maintaining bone health.
Estrogen Therapy
Estrogen has long been used for treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. The concern is that estrogen has been associated with a small increase in the risk of developing cancer.

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