OSTEOPOROSIS. Cuida tus huesos, cuida tu futuro

IN THIS VIDEO YOU WILL LEARN: 1. What is it and who is affected? Why osteoporosis is NOT "just an old person's thing" but a disease. The figures in Mexico and the world: who is most affected? Risk factors: age, sex, weight, family history, and habits such as smoking. 2. Diagnosis: The key is bone density scans. How is it really diagnosed? (No, it's not with just any blood test). The T-score: the magic number that tells you if you have osteoporosis (≤ -2.5), osteopenia, or healthy bones. How often should you repeat the bone density scan? We'll give you the exact intervals based on your initial result. 3. Treatment: Medications that work. Bisphosphonates: the first line of treatment. Why are they the most recommended? Denosumab: a powerful option, but with a golden rule: DO NOT STOP IT without medical supervision! Anabolic steroids: the "elite army" for the most severe cases. Can treatment be suspended? We explain the "drug vacation" and when it applies. 4. Fall prevention: the missing link Most fractures occur due to a fall. How to prevent them? Exercises that strengthen bones and improve balance. The role of calcium and vitamin D: yes or no? We give you the recommended doses and tell you why supplements are NOT always the answer.