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Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal

Medical Definition: Metabolic disorder associated with fractures of the femoral neck, vertebrae, and distal forearm. It occurs commonly in women within 15-20 years after menopause, and is caused by factors associated with menopause including estrogen deficiency.
Guide Notes: in females; don't forget also check tags HUMAN + FEMALE; corresponding age-related osteoporosis in men goes under OSTEOPOROSIS
Previously Indexed: Menopause (1966-1989),Osteoporosis (1966-1989)

Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Medical Definitions and Terms

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