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A Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis: Identifying Causes, Recognizing Symptoms, and Exploring Treatment

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  Osteoporosis is a bone disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle, increasing the risk of fractures, often referred to as a "silent disease" because it may not cause symptoms until a fracture occurs.  Some Key details are given hereunder. WHAT IS OSTEOPOROSIS ?   Osteoporosis occurs when the body loses too much bone, doesn't make enough new bone, or both, leading to decreased bone density and mass, and a change in the structure and strength of bones.    WHY OSTEOPOROSIS A PROBLEM ?   Weakened bones are more likely to break, even from minor falls or bumps.  Common fracture sites :  Fractures are most common in the hip, spine, and wrist.  Silent disease :  Osteoporosis often doesn't cause symptoms until a fracture occurs, which is why it's sometimes called a "silent disease" its also called as “Silent Killer”.    CAUSES OF OSTEOPOROSIS:   Age :  Bone loss is a natural part of aging, bu...

Comprehensive Guide to Bloating: Factors, Symptoms, and Treatment Strategies

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  WHAT IS BLOATING ? Bloating is a short-term disease and generally characterized by an excess buildup of gas, air or fluids in the stomach.  Bloating refers to the sensation of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. It occurs when the stomach or intestines fill with gas or air, causing discomfort or visible swelling. Bloating can be caused by a variety of factors. VARIOUS FACTORS FOR BLOATING : Some common factors of bloating are as under: 1. Dietary Factors Gas-producing foods : Certain foods, especially high-fiber ones like beans, lentils, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower), and onions, can produce gas during digestion. Carbonated drinks : Soda, sparkling water, and beer can introduce excess air into your digestive system, leading to bloating. Dairy : People who are lactose intolerant may experience bloating when consuming dairy products like milk, cheese, and yogurt due to an inabil...