Generally, until age 30, the bone build-up is more than the bone breakdown. After 35, the situation is reversed and there is an increase in the loss of bone mass. In women, this situation is worsened after menopause due to the lack of estrogen which is important for maintaining bone strength. The knowledge of clinical manifestation and the treatment regimen that is followed plays an important role in the management of the disease.
The article gives an insight into the practice guidelines for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Introduction Postmenopausal Osteoporosis (Type 1 Osteoporosis), a condition of porous bones which develops with the onset of menopause and results in an increased loss of bone density and strength. There is a direct relationship between osteoporosis and menopause in women . The reason behind this is the lack of estrogen hormone which is found…
