osteoperosis Flashcards
1
Q
what is osteoporosis?
A
- a condition where there is a reduction in bone density (however quality remains the same)
- bone mineral density >2.5 SD below mean peak bone mass
2
Q
what is osteopenia?
A
-refers to the less severe reduction in bone density than osteoporosis
3
Q
when do people often experience osteoporosis?
A
Type 1- post menopausal
Type 2- old age
4
Q
what are some risk factors for developing osteoporosis?
A
- increase in age
- RA
- female
- reduced mobility and activity
- low BMI
- RA
- alcohol and smoking
- long term corticosteroids
- SSRIs, PPIs, anti epileptic drugs and anti oestrogen
