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Osteoporosis

From DrKoop's partner site on osteoporosis, OsteoporosisConnection.com

Osteoporosis

The bone disease osteoporosis is caused by more bone cells being resorbed than being deposited. This imbalance results in a progressive loss of bone density and a thinning of bone tissue. Osteoporotic bones are more porous and therefore more vulnerable to fracture.

Review Date: 04/13/2006
Reviewed By: A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team. Previously reviewed by J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director; G. Eric Morgan, MS3; RxRemedy (1/10/2002).

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