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Osteoporosis
Frequently Asked Questions
6. Can taking certain medications increase
my chances of developing osteoporosis?
Yes. Some commonly used medicines can result in bone loss and
increase your risk of osteoporosis and fracture. These include a
type of steroid called glucocorticoids, which are used to control
diseases such as arthritis and asthma; some antiseizure drugs; some
medicines that treat a common gynecological condition known as
endometriosis; and some cancer drugs. Using too much thyroid
hormone for an underactive thyroid can also be a problem.
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