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Understanding Osteoporosis - Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms of Osteoporosis?
A person is often not aware that they have osteoporosis until a fracture occurs. But there are symptoms:
- Backache.
- A gradual loss of height and an accompanying stooped posture.
- Fractures of the spine, wrist, or hip.
Call Your Doctor If:
- You develop a backache or sudden severe back pain, which can indicate a spinal compression fracture caused by osteoporosis.
- Dental X-rays reveal a loss of bone in the jaw, which can be a sign of osteoporosis.
WebMD Medical Reference
Reviewed by
Jonathan L Gelfand, MD on June 01, 2007
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