Category Archives: Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis: serotonergic drugs may provide novel opportunities for therapeutic interventions
Scientists have long known that calcium leaches from the bones both during lactation and in certain types of cancer. The driver behind these phenomena is a molecule called parathyroid hormone related protein (PTHrP), which is secreted by the mammary glands. … Continue reading
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Osteoporosis, bisphosphonate related complications, genetics linked
Newswise — New York, NY (January 26, 2012) — Researchers at the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine have identified a genetic variation that raises the risk of developing serious necrotic jaw bone lesions in patients who take bisphosphonates, a … Continue reading
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Postmenopausal zinc supplements may benefit bone health for some women
Br J Nutr. 2011 Dec;106(12):1872-9. Epub 2011 Jul 1. Reported zinc, but not copper, intakes influence whole-body bone density, mineral content and T score responses to zinc and copper supplementation in healthy postmenopausal women. Nielsen FH, Lukaski HC, Johnson LK, … Continue reading
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Adolescent pregnancy may be a predictor of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women
Menopause. 2011 Dec 28. [Epub ahead of print] Adolescent pregnancy is associated with osteoporosis in postmenopausal women. Cho GJ, Shin JH, Yi KW, Park HT, Kim T, Hur JY, Kim SH. Source From the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Korea … Continue reading
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