Osteoporosis lacks what element?
Updated on December 19, 2024
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Osteoporosis refers to a systemic skeletal disease characterized by decreased bone density and strength, resulting in increased bone fragility and potential fractures. There are primarily two types of osteoporosis: primary and secondary. Primary osteoporosis commonly occurs in postmenopausal women and as a result of aging and degenerative changes; secondary osteoporosis sometimes refers to the condition developing after fractures due to prolonged immobilization. Osteoporosis mainly arises from a deficiency in the trace elements calcium and phosphorus, which are crucial components of bone. A lack of these substances can alter bone structure and lead to osteoporosis.
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