Question

What is osteoporosis? Write (i)how does it cause (ii)cure of osteoporosis (iii)i have osteoporosis

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Explanation:

Raloxifene (Evista) is an FDA-approved SERM for the treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis. It can prevent bone loss, especially in the spine and hip. Studies have shown it decreases the rate of spine fractures.

Osteoporosis as described by WHO is a 'progressive systemic skeletal disease characterised by low bone mass and micro architectural deterioration of bone tissue, with a consequent increase in bone fragility and susceptibility to fracture' [2]. ... Osteoporosis is a serious threat in India as well [8].