BONE DENSITY DISORDERS

Bone density disorders involve abnormalities of bone metabolism. Bone metabolism is regulated by several hormones including parathyroid hormone (PTH), estrogen, testosterone as well as vitamins and minerals including calcium,Vitamin D, phosphate, and magnesium. Abnormal bone density can cause bone to be weakened and break easily.
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