Glucocorticoid excess causes depletion of muscle mass; thin, fragile skin; decreased formation of bone matrix and osteoporosis; and poor wound healing. In children with endogenous or exogenous glucocorticoid excess, somatic growth is inhibited. In addition to its direct effects on protein metabolism,...
The condition is diagnosed by bone scans and urine tests that check for bone density. Bone density can be increased and osteoporosis avoided, with proper diet and exercise. Calcium and vitamin D have been shown to increase bone density, as......
To confirm a diagnosis of celiac disease, an upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is ordered, and a small intestine biopsy is examined to detect damage to the intestinal villi. However, given the invasive nature and cost of a biopsy, antibody tests are often used to identify those individuals...
If your test comes back abnormal, a provider from Everlywell’s independent physician network will contact you to discuss your case and options moving forward. If this test comes back positive, it’s recommended you get re-tested three months after your first test to confirm the positive result...
the vitamin K structure and its properties as an anti-hemorrhagic agent were further studied. Although it is well known that vitamin K deficiency can contribute to significant bleeding2, the role of vitamin K in improving osteoporosis and arterial calcification has begun to be studied only recently...
According to World Health Organization (WHO), while the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders increases with age, some related diseases are the second largest contributor to disability worldwide, such as osteoarthritis, low back problems, hip fracture, sarcopenia, and osteoporosis [3]. ...
In the postpubertal male, testosterone replacement therapy can be used to treat the signs and symptoms of low testosterone, which include loss of libido, erectile dysfunction, diminished intellectual capacity, depression, lethargy, osteoporosis, loss of muscle mass and strength, and some regression of...
Ethics approval and consent to participate The authors confirm that all the methodology used in this study was carried out in accordance with the relevant ethical guidelines and regulations described in the Declaration of Helsinky. All participants or caregivers / family members signed the Informed Con...
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This increases the risk and severity of osteoporosis and the resulting bone fractures. It is important, therefore, for lactose-intolerant persons to supplement their diets with calcium. A deficiency of vitamin D also causes disease of the bones and fractures. Milk is fortified with vitamin D and...