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Statistically, one man in every 10 will
have at least one fracture due to osteoporosis in his lifetime. The
reasons why men develop osteoporosis are not exactly clear but may
include:
- calcium loss due to aging in
general
- hormonal imbalance, perhaps during
the male menopause
- diabetes
- treatment with steroid drugs
- lack of exercise
Osteoporosis in men causes the same
symptoms as osteoporosis in women - mostly loss of weight and bone
fractures. Changes in the shape of the ribcage may restrict the movement
of the lungs and cause breathing problems.
Apart from calcium, vitamin D and
lifestyle measures, specific osteoporosis treatment for men includes the use of
anabolic steroids such as the drug Restandol, in tablet form, which is
available through a doctor's prescription. Restandol helps prevent any
further bone loss, increases muscle tissue and stimulates the appetite. Etidronate and other bisphosphonates are also used in the osteoporosis treatment for
men.
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