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5 Causes of Osteoporosis

11/03/2004

Question:

What are 5 causes of osteoporosis?

Answer:

A number of factors have been associated with osteoporosis. See examples below:
Smoking
Corticosteroid use
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism
Anticonvulsant use

For more information:

Go to the Osteoporosis health topic.