From birth to age 25, bone continues to form and increase in density. When individuals reach their 30s, however, bone mass depletion occurs more rapidly. Osteoporosis is most pronounced in women because of the aftereffects of pregnancy and hormonal loss at menopause. For women, estrogen levels fall during menopause, causing a rapid loss of bone tissue. Estrogen helps to build strong, dense bones by facilitating the absorption of calcium.
Research indicates that women lose the most amount of bone in the first seven years after menopause.
A common treatment for postmenopausal women is hormone replacement therapy, which replaces estrogen that is diminished by menopause. Just click the appropriate link below to send your question. A member of our medical staff or affiliated professional will answer it, and we'll post the reply. We can't discuss specifics or provide a diagnosis on this page, and information on this site is intended for items of general interest only. If you require medical attention, please contact your physician.