Difference Between Osteoporosis and Osteomalacia
Difference between the Osteoporosis & Osteomalacia OSTEOPORESIS Osteoporosis may be defined as the decreased in bone mineral density. It referred as porous bones that means bones becomes brittle and weak. Causes: The exact aetiology is not known but it takes place due to disruption in bone building process. It basically occurs due to inadequate calcium which may be due to a number of factors: Primary cause is age that is due to degenerative changes. Inadequate calcium consumption in diet Mal absorption of calcium due to some disease Hormonal imbalances like parathyroid hormone and growth hormone due to which calcium may not be absorbed properly Lack of physical activity or sedentary lifestyle Chain smoking that inhibits the body’s ability to use est...