Know About Osteoporosis In Men: Causes, Diagnosis, Prevention, Treatment

Worldwide, 12% of men have osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis-related fractures are the fourth leading cause of chronic burdensome disease, following ischemic heart disease, dementia, and lung cancer.

Unfortunately, men are less likely than women to be evaluated for osteoporosis after a fracture. Moreover, men are also less likely to get osteoporosis treatment.

Osteoporosis can be diagnosed with the help of a DEXA scan and a bone density test.

Several factors can increase the risk of developing osteoporosis, such as prolonged use of high-dose steroids or anti-epileptic medicines, eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia, heavy smoking or drinking, and other medical conditions.

If you are at risk of developing osteoporosis, you should take steps to keep your bones healthy and strong.

Regular exercise, healthy eating, and making healthy lifestyle changes such as giving up smoking and reducing alcohol intake are strongly recommended to keep your bones strong.

Dietary calcium can be found in milk, cheese, yoghurt, dark leafy greens, calcium-fortified foods, and juices.

If you are diagnosed with osteoporosis, there are steps you can take to reduce your chances of a fall, such as removing hazards from your home and having regular sight and hearing tests.

Medical research has offered us several forms of anti-osteoporosis medicines suitable for your requirements, such as weekly oral tablets, monthly oral tablets, 3 monthly injections, 6 monthly injections, or yearly injections.

Inputs by: Dr Parthajit Das, Director, Asian Institute of Immunology and Rheumatology