MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

OSTEOPOROSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What causes bones to become less dense?
A
osteoporosis
B
athritis
C
fracture
D
sprain
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Calcium and vitamin D are important nutrients for preventing osteoporosis and helping bones reach peak bone mass. If you do not take in enough calcium, the body takes it from the bones, which can lead to bone loss. This can make bones weak and thin, leading to osteoporosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Osteoporosis is caused by a decrease in bone density, which makes your bones more fragile and easily broken. Everyone’s bones become weaker as they age, but in some people this process happens too quickly. You are more likely to develop osteoporosis if you have risk factors for the disease.

Detailed explanation-3: -People lose bone mass or density as they age, especially women after menopause. The bones lose calcium and other minerals. The spine is made up of bones called vertebrae. Between each bone is a gel-like cushion (called a disk).

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