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What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a silent disease since it can happen without showing any prominent symptoms. It is common in older adults, and hence regular checkups with the orthopaedicians can help diagnose the disease earlier. When older people experience bone fractures without any solid reason, it can be considered a significant symptom of osteoporosis.

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What is osteoporosis?

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  1. What is osteoporosis?

  2. Osteoporosis is a silent disease since it can happen without showing any prominent symptoms. It is common in older adults, and hence regular checkups with the orthopaedicians can help diagnose the disease earlier. When older people experience bone fractures without any solid reason, it can be considered a significant symptom of osteoporosis. Risk groups ✅ Women over the age of 65 ✅ Women who have undergone the removal of uterus or ovaries ✅ Men over the age of 70 ✅ People who have experienced a fracture ✅People with diabetes

  3. Diagnosis Additional to clinical examination, the ortho doctors might recommend the DEXA scan. Once the diagnosis is made, the treatment options are given depending on the severity of the condition. Kauvery Hospital If you are over the age of 65 or belong to the abovementioned groups, regular checkups would help. At Kauvery Hospital, we have the best lineup of orthopaedicians and orthopaedic surgeons to provide suitable treatment for our patients. Best Orthopedician in Chennai | Best Orthopedician in Salem | Best Orthopedician in Trichy | Best Orthopedician in Hosur YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiQqUnD9AOM

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