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Poll Results: What percent of people with osteoporosis are men?

10%
16% 		(14)
20%
41% 		(37)
40%
33% 		(30)
60%
10% 		(9)
The answer is 20%. While osteoporosis is primarily a disease that affects females, it can occur in men as well. Men aged 70 and older are recommended to get a bone mineral density test. It is also recommended to take in adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D. For more information, check out Osteoporosis - Preventing Bone Loss by Margery Gass, MD. Dr. Gass is also available to answer your questions in our Osteoporosis health topic.
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