Early Signs of Osteoporosis
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You Are
at Higher Risk of Having Osteoporosis if You:
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- Are female
- Don't exercise regularly
- Entered menopause early
- Have a family history of osteoporosis
- Have a low calcium intake
- Use antacids regularly
- Are on chronic steroid therapy (e.g. Prednisone)
- Are taking drugs which can cause dizziness
- Drink more than two cups of coffee daily
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- Are white
- Are short
- Are thin
- Are hyperthyroid
- Smoke cigarettes
- Consume more than two alcohol drinks daily
- Are on chronic anticonvulsant therapy
- Eat too much animal protein
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Please
note: The health information provided on this website, while
helpful, should not be used to diagnose a problem or illness and
is not intended as a substitute for evaluation or treatment by a
physician.
Copyright
©2008 Dr. Bonnie E. Travis, DC
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