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I am 92. my grandmother did not go into nursing home till 100. she was alert and socially active but osteoporosis made it difficult to walk. unusual?
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No age : I wasn't aware there was an age we had to go into a nursing home! if you are healthy and strong and have the ability to care for yourself or have those who can help why a nursing home. My grandparents never went age 99 and 96.
Answered 8/24/2012
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Common.: Women of advanced age who do not take medications to prevent bone loss commonly develop osteoporosis which may produce skeletal problems.
Answered 1/10/2015
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