Osteoporosis Symptoms

What Are the Symptoms or Red Flags?

Osteoporosis is sneaky—it often shows no symptoms until a bone breaks. But some signs to look out for include:

• Loss of height over time
• A stooped or hunched posture
• Back pain (from collapsed vertebrae)
• Breaking a bone more easily than expected like from a small fall or bump
  

You’re at higher risk if you:

• Are postmenopausal (estrogen protects bones)
• Have a family history of osteoporosis
• Don’t get enough calcium or vitamin D
• Are physically inactive
• Have a smaller or thinner frame
• Smoke or drink heavily

Take certain medications like steroids or anti-seizure drugs