Osteoporosis Risk Factors: Sex & Race
Asian-American Women and Osteoporosis
Asian women in general have been found to consume less calcium. One reason may be that 90% are lactose intolerant and tend to avoid dairy products. They are at higher risk for developing osteoporosis and hip fractures. Read more.
Asian-American Women and Osteoporosis
The Truth About Vitamin D: Drug Interactions
Does vitamin D interact with other medications? Yes. Steroid medications such as prednisone can interfere with vitamin D metabolism. If you take steroid drugs regularly, discuss vitamin D with your doctor. The weight loss drug orlistat -- brand names include Xenical and Alli -- may cut absorption of vitamin D. So does the cholesterol-lowering drug cholestyramine (sold as Questran, LoCholest, and Prevalite). People taking these drugs should discuss vitamin intake with their doctors. The seizure...
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Hispanic Women and Osteoporosis
It is a common misconception that osteoporosis only affects white women. Like women of all races, osteoporosis can affect Hispanic women. They are twice as likely to develop diabetes as white women, which may increase their risk for osteoporosis.
Hispanic Women and Osteoporosis
Black Women and Osteoporosis
Black women may have denser bones than white women, but they're still at risk for osteoporosis. Get the facts.
Osteoporosis in Men
Osteoporosis isn’t just for women. It’s a serious risk for men as well. About four in ten women and one in ten men break a hip, spine, or wrist. Learn about osteoporosis in men.
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