Fractures that could reveal osteoporosis

As life expectancy increases, the aging population becomes a risk factor for osteoporosis. Currently, In Mexico, one in three women and one in five men over 50 years of age live with osteoporosis and it is expected that, by 2050, 37% of Mexicans over 50 years of age will suffer from it. .

It is estimated that around 500 million people worldwide suffer from osteoporosis without having been diagnosed. and, according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF), worldwide Up to 37 million fractures occur each year, equivalent to 70 fractures per minute. .

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Besides, The lack of awareness of osteoporosis as a risk factor for fractures means that 4 out of 5 patients do not associate a fracture with osteoporosis. In Latin America, osteoporotic fractures are frequently undertreated, with more than 57% of at-risk patients not receiving the necessary treatment .

What factors determine the development of osteoporosis?

The decline in estrogen levels in women during menopause is one of the main risk factors, as the bone turnover process accelerates, and with it, the rate of bone loss.

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Other risk factors include thyroid problems, hormonal imbalances, low calcium intake, long-term use of corticosteroid medications, and a family history of osteoporosis . It is estimated that people with a mother, aunt or sister with osteoporosis have a 50 to 85% predisposition to develop the disease. .

How is osteoporosis treated?

There are specific tests that measure Bone Mineral Density (BMD) in different parts of the body , which provide an instant assessment of bone health. This test detects osteoporosis, assesses fracture risk, and monitors the response to osteoporosis treatment .

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Osteoporosis is a treatable disease with the primary goal of reducing the number of fragility fractures. As general measures, it is recommended to maintain a balanced diet rich in calcium and quitting tobacco and alcohol consumption The doctor may prescribe calcium and vitamin D supplementation when necessary, as well as recommend the type of exercise the patient should do daily to prevent falls, reduce bone loss, and prevent fractures.

In recognition of World Osteoporosis Day, which is observed annually on October 20, Amgen, a leading biotechnology company, is joining global efforts to raise awareness about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of this chronic, progressive bone disease that increases the risk of fractures.

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