The loss of periods is associated with osteopenia, early bone loss that can lead to painful fractures.

Because osteoporosis is difficult to reverse, prevention is the key to preventing painful and disfiguring fractures.

Reality:Osteoporosis and bone disease often result in painful and debilitating fractures.

This left him with several painful fractures throughout his childhood and adolescence in India.

Usually, though, a doctor diagnoses osteoporosis after a painful fracture occurs.

It is available as a nasal spray and approved for the treatment of osteoporosis, especially painful vertebral fractures.

Many times, osteoporosis is not discovered until weakened bones cause painful fractures usually in the back or hips.

Getting treatment early can save you from painful, disfiguring fractures and future disability.

With age, particularly after menopause, the breakdown can exceed formation, leading to brittle bones that are susceptible to painful fractures.

While osteoporosis itself is not painful, it can lead to painful fractures of the vertebrae.