ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

SKELETAL ANATOMY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Osteoporosis is a disease caused by:(select all correct answers)
A
increased breakdown of bone.
B
Overuse in sports.
C
Too much sugar and candy.
D
Low vitamin D intake
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin D (VD) is essential for bone homeostasis, but it is also involved in pleiotropic effects on various organs and tissues. In adults, VD deficiency can cause or exacerbate osteoporosis and induce osteomalacia.

Detailed explanation-2: -A lifelong lack of calcium plays a role in the development of osteoporosis. Low calcium intake contributes to diminished bone density, early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures. Eating disorders. Severely restricting food intake and being underweight weakens bone in both men and women.

Detailed explanation-3: -However, calcium and vitamin D supplementation is typically suggested as part of the treatment of osteoporosis, particularly for patients who are receiving osteoporosis medications.

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