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What are some 'classical' important risk factors for osteoporosis in women?
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- older age
- older age at menarche - amenorrhea - anorexia - glucocorticoid therapy - early menopause - family osteoporosis Hx - cigarette use - >3 caffeinated beverages - >2 alcoholic beverages - consistant carbonated cola use |
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What are some 'less discussed' risk factors for osteoporosis in women?
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- ovulation disturbances during the premenopausal years
- weight loss - low weight - major life stresses |
