How does estrogen impact bone density and the risk of osteoporosis, especially in postmenopausal women or those with estrogen deficiency?
Gaurav ChauhanContributor
How does estrogen impact bone density and osteoporosis risk, particularly in postmenopausal women?
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Estrogen helps regulate bone turnover. After menopause, lower estrogen levels increase bone resorption, boosting osteoporosis risk.
Estrogen helps regulate bone remodeling, reducing bone resorption and promoting bone formation. Postmenopausal women or those with low estrogen experience increased bone loss, raising osteoporosis risk.