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What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength predisposing to an increased risk of fracture. Postmenopausal Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis develops after menopause, when estrogen levels drop precipitously. These changes lead to bone loss, usually in the trabecular (spongy) bone inside the hard cortical bone. What Women Need to Know? Being female puts

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