Abstract

THE SKELETAL SYSTEM DISEASE ON OSTEOPOROSIS

J. Lurdhu Mary*, G. Nagaraju, A. Manikanta Malika, K. Naresh, K. Akanksha, MD. Ruhi Ruksar and S. Yugendhar

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Abstract

Osteoporosis which is characterised by increased bone fragility and osteoporosis also known as silent disease osteoporosis is one of main basis of fracture and age associated disease, more common in women than men. And which weakens bones and commonly causes fragility fractures. Multifactorial factor is responsible for the pathogenesis of osteoporosis. Decrease of bone mineral density lead to risk factor of osteopenia. For the diagnosis of osteoporosis bone mineral density test is helpful to measure the bone strength. Radiography and dual energy X - ray help to identify the fracture assessment. There are no clinical signs and symptoms of osteoporosis until a fracture occur. The mini overview of article provides the introduction, classification, history, pathophysiology, aetiology, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. Objective Osteoporosis means porous bones, causes bones to become weak and brittle associated with age. The aim of this review is to describe the overview regarding the identification and management of osteoporosis.

Keywords: Fragility fracture, Osteoporosis, Minor trauma, Estrogen, corticosteroids, Skeletal system.