What Is Osteoporosis?
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9. Prognosis
The term ‘prognosis’ used to describe the likely outcome of a diagnosis. When diagnosed and treated correctly in the early stages, the prognosis of osteoporosis is quite good. If osteoporosis progresses to a point of extreme fragility, the prognosis becomes poorer. The underlying cause of osteoporosis will also affect the prognosis. The prognosis is better for an easily treatable cause vs. a cause that is not easily treatable.
Collaborating with a healthcare team will help to improve the outcome of being diagnosed with osteoporosis. It is important for the individual to understand how their own choices will affect their prognosis.
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