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Symptoms of Osteoporosis

Authors:
  • Amy Scholten, MPH
Publication Type:

ConditionInDepth

Symptoms of Osteoporosis

Most people with osteoporosis do not have symptoms. A broken bone is usually the first sign. This most often happens in the wrist, spine, or hip.

If present, symptoms may cause:

  • Long term back pain
  • Stooped posture— kyphosis
  • Bloating
  • Feeling full quickly while eating
  • Breathing problems
Kyphosis.

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References

  • Osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/osteoporosis-in-postmenopausal-women.
  • Osteoporosis overview. NIH Osteoporosis and Related Bone Diseases National Resource Center website. Available at: https://www.bones.nih.gov/health-info/bone/osteoporosis/overview.
  • What women need to know. National Osteoporosis Foundation website. Available at: https://www.nof.org/preventing-fractures/general-facts/what-women-need-to-know.

Contributors

  • April Scott, NP
Last Updated:
2022-11-01

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