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Aging and its effect on bone remodeling is the most common cause of bone disorders. In young and healthy people, bone deposition and resorption happen at an equal rate to maintain optimal bone health.
Bone deposition is also affected by the levels of sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone that promote osteoblast activity and bone matrix synthesis. When the level of these hormones decreases due to aging, it causes a reduction in bone deposition. As a result, bone resorption by osteoclasts...
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Bone remodeling is a continuous and balanced process of bone resorption by osteoclasts and bone formation by osteoblasts. In adults, it helps maintain bone mass and calcium homeostasis. While mechanical stress can stimulate turnover as part of the normal maintenance and reparative process, several hormones also regulate bone remodeling.
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The endocrine system produces and secretes hormones, which interact with the skeletal system. These hormones control bone growth, maintain bone once it is formed, and remodel it.
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[Male osteoporosis].

Sari Andersson, Matti Välimäki

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    Summary

    Osteoporotic fractures in men increase with age and are linked to significant health risks. Addressing secondary causes, lifestyle factors, and medication are key to managing male osteoporosis.

    Area of Science:

    • Geriatric Medicine
    • Endocrinology
    • Orthopedics

    Context:

    • Osteoporotic fractures in men contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality.
    • Fracture incidence escalates with advancing age in the male population.
    • Age-related hormonal shifts can predispose men to osteoporosis, necessitating exclusion of secondary causes.

    Purpose:

    • To review the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management of osteoporosis in men.
    • To highlight the importance of identifying secondary causes of bone loss.
    • To outline current therapeutic strategies for male osteoporosis.

    Summary:

    • Osteoporosis in men is associated with increased fracture risk, morbidity, and mortality.
    • Secondary causes of osteoporosis must be ruled out before considering age-related or idiopathic cases.

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  • Prevention involves adequate calcium and vitamin D, physical activity, and smoking cessation.
  • Pharmacological treatments include bisphosphonates, calcitonin, and teriparatide.

    • Impact:

    • Provides a comprehensive overview of male osteoporosis for clinicians.
    • Emphasizes a systematic approach to diagnosis and management.
    • Informs therapeutic decisions for improving patient outcomes.