Expert Video - What is osteoporosis and what causes it?
David Karpf, MD, of the Stanford University School of Medicine, explains what osteoporosis is, how it develops, and why it happens at the age it typically occurs. He also discusses how hormone changes, including at menopause for women, and natural bone turnover play a role in causing osteoporosis in both men and women.
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What is osteoporosis and what causes it?
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What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?
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What is the difference between osteopenia, osteoporosis and osteomalacia?
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Who is most at risk for osteoporosis and why?
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What can I do to prevent osteoporosis?
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Why are women at greater risk than men for osteoporosis?
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Should men worry about osteoporosis? What are the signs in men?
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Can certain medications increase the risk of developing osteoporosis?
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Is there a cure for osteoporosis?
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Dr Tilli's story: How did you find out you had osteoporosis? How was it diagnosed?
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Shelley's story: How did you find out you had osteoporosis? How was it diagnosed?
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