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Estrogen-Like Effect of Bazi Bushen Capsule in Ovariectomized Rats

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Osteoporosis in men.

Nelson B Watts¹

¹Mercy Health Osteoporosis and Bone Health Services, Cincinnati, Ohio.

Endocrine Practice : Official Journal of the American College of Endocrinology and the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists

|June 13, 2013

Summary

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Osteoporosis is a significant health issue for men, affecting millions and causing numerous fractures annually. Early detection through bone density testing and risk assessment, alongside lifestyle changes and available treatments, is crucial for managing male osteoporosis.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Orthopedics
Public Health

Background:

Osteoporosis significantly impacts men, leading to substantial morbidity and mortality.
Millions of men in the US are affected by osteoporosis, resulting in hundreds of thousands of fractures yearly.

Purpose of the Study:

To review current information regarding bone health and osteoporosis specifically in men.
To outline strategies for identifying men at high risk for osteoporotic fractures.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive review of relevant scientific literature was conducted.
Information pertinent to male osteoporosis was systematically gathered and analyzed.

Main Results:

Osteoporosis affects approximately 2 million men in the US, causing around 600,000 fractures annually.
Bone density testing is recommended for men aged 70+ and younger men (50-69) with risk factors.
Lifestyle modifications and pharmacologic therapies, including FDA-approved agents, are available for treatment and fracture risk reduction.

Conclusions:

Male osteoporosis is a critical public health concern requiring targeted management strategies.
Effective diagnostic and therapeutic options exist to mitigate the impact of osteoporosis and fractures in men.