Question 1

how does osteoporosis affect other body systems?

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It effects only bone: But other body systems cause osteoporosis. Also some external causes. Thyroid, renal disease, diabetes, mal absorption. There are more. Smoking, steroid exposure being in space with 0 gravity (most of us need not worry about this).

Question 2

what organs are affected by osteoporosis?

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Bone: Osteoporosis affects the strength of the bone, and can predispose patients to develop fractures.  In severe cases, spinal deformities can develop which can ultimately also affect the heart, lungs, and GI tract.

Question 3

help, what system does osteoporosis affect?

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The skeleton: Osteoporosis is a disease of decreased bone density that results in pain and increased risk of fracture.  The causes of osteoporosis may be due to disorders of the kidneys, intestines, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, or pituitary gland.  Other associated diseases are pagets, myelomo, cancer, myelodysplasia and autoimmune diseases.  Osteoporosis is a result of these conditions, not the cause.

Question 4

what is the impact of osteoporosis on the body?

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Osteoporosis: Osteoporosis can lead to fractures in the spine or the hip, and in the forearm if you trip and break a bone.

If you are age 60-65 and have not had a fracture please have a bone density test. Once that is done properly your doctor will tell you if you need medication or not.

Question 5

please tell me what system does osteoporosis affect?

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Bone: Osteoporosis is conditions of bones with decrease bone strength , which results in increase in risk of fractures.
It is common in postmenopausal women and men greater than 70 years old and screening  for osteoporosis is recommended by a special x-ray called DXA scan.

Question 6

what system, besides skeletal, does osteoporosis affect?

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Just the skeletal: system,but it can cause compression of nerves,,so nerves could bee affected. Hope this helps!

Question 7

would my osteoporosis cause me to loose so much weight in my upper body?

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: No, not likely. Work with your doctor to identify other causes. Good luck.

Question 8

who is most likely affected or at risk of treatments for osteoporosis?

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Women: Over the age of 50, post-menopausal , caucasian or asian, family history are all factors for increased risk.

Question 9

myth/fact? have mg, osteoporosis etc. but on "cold days" i wake up & all day body pain + feel weaker.

Accepted Answer

Cold: Cold exposure often has an adverse effect on musculoskeletal tissues which may be the case with you. Chronic discomfort or low grade inflammation can cause fatigue and weakness in some people and that is why warm applications may be soothing.

Question 10

i've been told my body isn't absorbing 
calcium so i have osteoporosis. now my cholesterol has gone from 190 to 260 in one year. i exercise, eat right?

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Deficient in D, K?: Vitamin D is needed to absorb Calcium and K needed for calcium to enter our bones. Get your D level checked- optimal is 50-80. Try Vit K2 15-45 mg/day (not mcg). High chol. may be caused by stress. It may not be a problem if you don't have vascular inflammation. See http://tinyurl.com/axtab4d and http://tinyurl.com/9x3n594 and http://www.naturalnews.com/033975_high_cholesterol_heart_attacks.html

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