Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue.
This leads to increased bone fragility and risk of fracture, particularly of the hip, spine and wrist. Although osteoporosis can be caused by a number of factors, hormone deficiencies are the leading cause. Women over the age of 60 are more likely to suffer from osteoporosis. Even though Osteoporosis can strike anyone at any age and can be caused by a number of factors, hormone deficiencies are the leading cause both in men and in women. When the ovaries cease to function and reduction in estrogen production occurs.