You might not even realize you have osteoporosis until you have a fracture or an obvious change in posture. Back pain, caused by changes in the vertebrae, may be the first sign that something is wrong. More information:
Office of the Surgeon General web site.
Robert R. Recker, MD, MACP, FACE, professor of medicine and director, Osteoporosis Research Center, Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, Neb.Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD on March 18, 2018THIS TOOL DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE. It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and should not be relied on to make decisions about your health.
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