Interventions in the Battle Against Osteoporosis

Abstract: A 7 page discussion of the causes and effects of osteoporosis. This paper reveals a number of interventional methodologies which are useful in combating the condition. The importance of hormones in this condition is emphasized and interventional approaches such as estrogen replacement therapy, vitamin regimes including vitamins D and calcium, as well as the importance of other hormone replacement therapies such as that which is available for growth hormone, cakitonin, bisphosphonates and those known as Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMS). Bibliography lists 10 sources.

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Catagory: Disease, Treatment, & Epidemiology

Subcatagory: Medicine, Medical Issues, & Pharmacy

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