How to identify osteoporosis?

In the starting stages, osteoporosis shows no symptoms. But the bones will be degenerating slowly. We come to know mostly when the problem advances and causes breakage of bones. According to the studies of International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), one in every two women of age above 45 years is suffering from the disease.

Why osteoporosis disease arises?

Lack of physical exercise, high levels of taking alcohol and smoking are some of the reasons behind the onset of osteoporosis. Along with these reasons, taking oily and spicy foods, prolonged usage of medicines, usage of steroids because of joint pains, using medicines for fits also can cause osteoporosis.

Some people may have development of osteoporosis disease because of kidney problems also. Those who are suffering from kidney diseases are prone for bone fractures even fallen from lesser heights. Bones may get broken even while walking.