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Disorders, Medications, and Behaviors that May Affect Peak Bone Mass

By: Meg Dilts

Disorders, Medications, and Behaviors That May Affect Peak Bone Mass

Primary Disorders
  •     Juvenile arthritis
  •     Diabetes mellitus
  •     Osteogenesis imperfecta
  •     Hyperthyroidism
  •     Hyperparathyroidism
  •     Cushing's syndrome
  •     Malabsorption syndromes
  •     Anorexia nervosa
  •     Kidney disease
  •     Liver disease

Medications

  •     Anticonvulsants (e.g., for epilepsy)
  •     Corticosteroids (e.g., for rheumatoid arthritis, asthma)
  •     Immunosuppressive agents (e.g., for cancer)

Behaviors

  •     Prolonged inactivity or immobility
  •     Inadequate nutrition (especially calcium, vitamin D)
  •     Excessive exercise leading to amenorrhea
  •     Smoking
  •     Alcohol abuse

Source: National Institutes of Health


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