Charite, Marline
You provide a simple and clear explanation of what is osteoporosis in a manner that can be understood by everyone. The condition is usually more common in older women as the bones structure changes over time. The use of pharmaceutical medication can help prevention the resorption of the bones or it can help increase bone density which helps manage the disease (Khosla, S., & Hofbauer, 2017). It is important that health care agencies make a point of educating the population about the disease and what can be done to mitigate the same. For example practices that can help maintain a healthy bone density. The health education is important given the high prevalence of the condition among the US population.
Reference
Khosla, S., & Hofbauer, L. (2017). Osteoporosis treatment: recent developments and
ongoing challenges. The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, 5(11), 898-907. doi:
10.1016/s2213-8587(17)30188-2
Fils-Aime, Jennifer Farah
Osteoporosis occurs when the rate of bone loss is higher as compared to the replacement of the tissue. There are two groups of medications approved by the Food and Drug Administration that are used for the condition. The first class is of drugs that lower the rate of bone loss in the patient. The second class of medicines helps strengthen the density of the bones which is important in preventing fractures. Individuals at the risk of osteoporosis should ensure that they take enough of vitamin D at all times to help improve their health and reduce the risks of the disease (Panday, Gona, & Humphrey, 2015).
Reference
Panday, K., Gona, A., & Humphrey, M. B. (2015). Medication-induced osteoporosis: screening and treatment strategies. Therapeutic advances in musculoskeletal disease, 6(5), 185–202.