Typically, there are no symptoms. Osteoporosis is detected by a special x-ray called a DEXA. It is ordered by your doctor and can be used to track the degree of improvement with treatment. Unfortunately, some people are only diagnosed after a spine or hip fracture. This condition is painless.
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What are the treatments for Osteoporosis?
- Calcium supplements
- Vitamin D3
- Weight-bearing exercise.
- Fall prevention
- Medications that help put calcium BACK into the bone.
What is Cardiovascular disease?
A term that describes a number of conditions that impact the heart; however the most common type is coronary artery disease (CAD). This is also the leading cause of death in the United States among men and women.
What are Causes of Cardiovascular disease?
CAD occurs when plaque forms in the arteries that supply the heart with blood. Plaque is made up of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances in the bloodstream. The buildup can restrict bloodflow to the heart. Sometimes a plaque can rupture or burst which can cause a blood clot that completely blocks the artery—this can cause a heart attack or a stroke. If the arteries are damaged by smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol this process occurs more readily.