Osteoporosis Risk / Bone Loss (Menopause-Related Consequence)

Menopause significantly increases a woman's risk for osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle, leading to increased fracture risk. Estrogen plays a crucial role in maintaining bone density. The rapid decline in estrogen during menopause accelerates bone loss. This loss is often 'silent' until a fracture occurs. Prevention and management involve adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, weight-bearing exercise, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol, and bone density screening (DEXA scan). Medications are available to treat osteoporosis.