osteoporosis
[/ˌɑːs.ti.oʊ.pəˈroʊ.sɪs/]
nounfemininepl: osteoporoses
osteoporose
1. A medical condition characterized by decreased bone density and increased bone fragility, resulting in higher susceptibility to fractures
Her doctor diagnosed her with osteoporosis after she suffered a fracture from a minor fall.
O médico diagnosticou osteoporose após ela sofrer uma fratura por uma queda leve.
2. A progressive disease in which bone mass decreases, making bones more porous and brittle
Osteoporosis is common in postmenopausal women due to decreased estrogen levels.
A osteoporose é comum em mulheres na pós-menopausa devido à diminuição de estrogênio.
Osteoporosis is a significant public health concern in both the United States and Brazil, particularly affecting elderly populations and postmenopausal women. In healthcare contexts, both countries emphasize preventive measures including calcium intake, vitamin D supplementation, and weight-bearing exercise. The condition is treated similarly across both countries with medications like bisphosphonates, hormone therapy, and lifestyle modifications.
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