OSTEOPOROSIS

Osteoporosis is a disease in which the density and quality of bones are reduced, leading to weakness of the skeleton and increased risk of fracture, particularly of the spine, wrists, hip, pelvis and upper arms. In many affected people, bone loss is gradual and without warning signs until the disease is advanced. It can result in extreme pain and in severe cases even death... Osteoporosis, a progressive bone disease that increases fracture risk, is often referred to as a "silent disease" due to its asymptomatic nature until fractures occur. Despite this, the ethical considerations surrounding assessing and treating elderly patients in..... NOFSA - National Osteoporosis Foundation of South Africa. Osteoporosis is a lifestyle disease and prevention is the best cure.

Primary location: Western South Africa