Introduction – World Osteoporosis Day is celebrated every year on October 20 across the world to highlight the bone disease and spread awareness about the causes and its prevention and treatment. The main purpose of this international day is to raise awareness about the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. This global day provides an opportunity for people to know about the symptoms, causes, and risk factors of Osteoporosis. across the world.

Osteoporosis – It may occur when bone density reduces which can cause bones to become brittle and weak and result in a fracture. This type of bone disease fractures can occur commonly in the wrist, spine, or hip. Osteoporosis can also occur when the formation of new bone does not keep up with the loss of old bone. This type of bone disease affects males and females of all races but Asian and white women, especially old women who are previously suffering from menopause are at higher risk. A healthy diet, physical exercises, and medications may help in preventing bone loss and strengthen weak bones in the body.

Osteoporosis may develop gradually and individuals cannot know if they experience when a fracture after a minor accident such as a fall. A sneeze or a cough may also cause a break in osteoporosis bones. The fracture is mainly occurring in the spinal vertebrae, hip, or wrists for those people who are suffering from osteoporosis.  If a break occurs in the spinal vertebrae due to osteoporosis, then it may lead to changes in a stoop, posture, and the curvature of the spine. Thus, individuals may also notice a reduction in height so their clothes cannot fit well as they did before. A good healthy diet, and daily exercises are beneficial to keep bones healthy and strong throughout your life

Symptoms of Osteoporosis – Individuals do not experience symptoms of osteoporosis in the early stages of bone loss. But when bones are weakened by osteoporosis in the human body. there are several symptoms and signs of osteoporosis are

• Lower back pain
• Problem in breathing
• Weight Loss
• Suddenly breaking bones
• Loss of height
• Changes in the natural posture

Causes of Osteoporosis – Osteoporosis may occur when the age of any individual increases and their bones lose their capability to reform and regrow themselves.

Risk Factors – There are several risk factors that may be responsible for osteoporosis in human beings are given below –

• Increase in Age
• Family history
• Osteoporosis may occur much more in women as compared with men
• Individuals who use tobacco products or smoke.
• Osteoporosis is more likely to occur in those individuals who are suffering from calcium deficiency
• Asian or white ancestry has a greater risk of osteoporosis
• Osteoporosis is very common in those individuals who have more or less of certain hormones including thyroid hormone and sex hormones

Prevention – Daily exercise and good nutrition including calcium, and vitamin D are necessary to keep your bones strong and healthy which helps in reducing the risk of osteoporosis.