White women, especially those with a family history of osteoporosis, have a greater than average risk of developing osteoporosis. Other risk factors include:
Absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) for long periods of time Drinking a large amount of alcohol Family history of osteoporosis History of hormone treatment for prostate cancer or breast cancer Low body weight Smoking Too little calcium in the diet
Who is at highest risk for Osteoporosis ?
White women, especially those with a family history of osteoporosis, have a greater than average risk of developing osteoporosis. Other risk factors include:
Absence of menstrual periods (amenorrhea) for long periods of time Drinking a large amount of alcohol Family history of osteoporosis History of hormone treatment for prostate cancer or breast cancer Low body weight Smoking Too little calcium in the diet