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Healthy bone versus bone weakened by osteoporosis

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Illustration of normal vs. osteoporotic bone

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Osteoporosis is a progressive disease that causes bones to become thin and porous, significantly increasing the risk for spinal and hip fractures. Osteoporosis usually does not have an effect on people until they are 60 or older.

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Last Updated: December 1, 2006
Medical Review:
Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine

Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine


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