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Why are women at greater risk?

Women have approximately 10 to 25% less total bone mass at maturity than men. At the time of menopause, when the production of estrogen diminishes, women experience accelerated bone loss, which makes them more susceptible to fractures.

This is the reasoning behind estrogen supplementation therapy for osteoporosis prevention.  By giving hormonal replacement, the acceleration of bone loss may be minimized..

 
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