What percent of people with osteoporosis are men?
The answer is 20%. While osteoporosis is primarily a disease that affects females, it can occur in men as well. Men aged 70 and older are recommended to get a bone mineral density test. It is also recommended to take in adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D. For more information, check out Osteoporosis – Preventing Bone Loss by Margery Gass, MD. Dr. Gass is also available to answer your questions in our Osteoporosis health topic.
