Osteoporosis Crossword

__________ is a common metabolic bone disorder.
Osteoporosis is characterized by the loss of bone mass and __________.
The loss of bone mass and density is combined with loss of bone matrix and ____________.
Bones often become brittle and _________.
Walking and _________ exercises help prevent osteoporosis.
____________ occur often when osteoporosis takes place in the spine, pelvis, and wrists.
There are two __________ of osteoporosis: primary and secondary.
Decreased intake of ________, vitamin D & C contribute to osteoporosis.
The occurrence of osteoporosis is higher in ______________ women – with low levels of estrogen.
Decreased levels of _______ and testosterone may cause osteoporosis to occur.
_________ and scoliosis are characteristic of osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis is common in ________ adults.
Osteoporosis affect bones containing higher proportions of __________ bone.
Osteoporosis can be diagnosed by bone density _______ and x-rays.
Osteoporosis may occur as bone ___________ exceeds bone formation.
The cause of __________ osteoporosis may be idiopathic.
Secondary osteoporosis may occur as a complication from another __________.
A ___________ lifestyle may put individuals at a predispose for osteoporosis.
__________ factors, such as hyperparathyroidism and Cushing’s Syndrome, may put individuals at a predispose for
Dietary ____________ of calcium, vitamin D or protein may help with osteoporosis.