Osteoporosis in Rajahmundry

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and brittle. Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone doesn't keep up with the loss of old bone. It causes bones to become weak and brittle, and it is so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine. Many people have no symptoms until they have a bone fracture.

Osteoporosis can affect men and women of all races. White and Asian women, especially older women who are past menopause, are at highest risk.

What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?

Typically there will be no symptoms in the early stages of osteoporosis. But once your bones have been weakened by osteoporosis, you might have signs and symptoms that include like-

1. Back pain, caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra
2. Loss of height over time
3. A stooped posture
4. A bone that breaks much more easily than expected

How to treat/prevent osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is preventable and treatable if it is identified in time. Lifestyle changes that prevent or reduce your risk, such as:

1. Getting more calcium: Take the correct amount of daily calcium as recommended by your doctor
2. Ensuring you get enough vitamin D: This vitamin helps your body absorb calcium.
3. Exercising: It's never too late to start exercising. Take 15 or 30 minutes out of your day to do workouts
4. Eating well: Make sure your diet includes lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy products, salmon, sardines with bones, egg yolks, almonds, lean proteins, beans, avocados and olive oil

Make an appointment with Dr. Naga Deepak Nookala who is the best doctor for osteoporosis in Rajahmundry for osteoporosis treatment in Rajahmundry.