• Question: Hi my Name is Ethan Iwant to know what is osteoporosis

    Asked by ethanpagemason to Amy, Sarah, Will on 21 Jun 2012.
    • Photo: Will Reynolds

      Will Reynolds answered on 21 Jun 2012:

      HI agian Ethan! Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones in our bodies. It is when they become weak by losing some of the protiens that hold them together, so they break more easily. It is most common in people over 75, but can affect young people too. It can be caused by things like malnutrition (not eating enough), immobilisation (not moving enough) and as a side effect of some medications. Hope this helps!

      http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osteoporosis

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