US Medical Term · conditions
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Osteoporosis |
| Spanish (Español) | Osteoporosis |
| Chinese (中文) | 骨質疏鬆症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 골다공증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Loãng xương |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Osteoporosis |
| Portuguese (Português) | Osteoporose |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | โรคกระดูกพรุน |
| Japanese (日本語) | 骨粗しょう症 |
What it means
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and brittle due to loss of bone density, increasing the risk of fractures from minor falls or even everyday activities. It is most common in older women after menopause but can affect anyone. Often called a "silent" disease because there are no symptoms until a fracture occurs, commonly in the hip, spine, or wrist. Treatment includes calcium and vitamin D supplements, weight-bearing exercise, and medications such as bisphosphonates to strengthen bones and reduce fracture risk.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have osteoporosis and I am worried about breaking a bone if I fall.
Tengo osteoporosis y me preocupa fracturarme un hueso si me caigo.
My bone density scan showed I have significant bone loss.
Mi exploración de densidad ósea mostró que tengo una pérdida ósea significativa.
What medications do you recommend for my osteoporosis?
¿Qué medicamentos recomienda para mi osteoporosis?
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
M81 Osteoporosis without current pathological fractureRelated terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026