MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

CLINICAL ENCOUNTERS

OSTEOPOROSIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is a doctor you could see for Osteoporosis?
A
Cardiologist
B
Endocrynologist
C
Nurse
D
Surgeons
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Rheumatologists treat patients with age-related bone diseases. They can diagnose and treat osteoporosis. Endocrinologists, who see patients with hormone-related issues, also manage the treatment of metabolic disorders such as osteoporosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Common endocrine disorders include diabetes and high thyroid levels (hyperthyroidism). These disorders cause osteoporosis because hormones that are needed to ensure healthy bone growth and development are compromised. A lack of certain hormones accelerates bone loss and increases fracture risk.

Detailed explanation-3: -Both a rheumatologist and an endocrinologist are skilled in treating osteoporosis. Rheumatologists specialize in systemic diseases that affect the body’s bones, tendons, ligaments, and joints while endocrinologists focus on hormone-related conditions.

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