Mobility disturbances and depression are consequences of this disease. Medications for Parkinson's disease cause many side effects and require close medical supervision. For more information, see the American Parkinson Disease Association . Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is one of several bone diseases that occur with more frequency in elderly patients. It may occur in both men and women, but it is more common and begins somewhat earlier in women.
Osteoporosis is a decline in bone mass - that is, in the total amount of bone substance.
As the bones lose calcium and become less dense, they are more susceptible to fracture. Fractures may occur with no more stress than is created during the usual activities of daily living. At greatest risk for Osteoporosis are white or asian women who have had early menopause or have undergone surgical removal of the ovaries. Other risk factors include a family history of the disease, an inactive lifestyle, poor nutritional intake of calcium, deficiency of vitamin D and smoking. Some kinds of prescription drugs may predispose patients to develop Osteoporosis.