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Hip osteoarthritis is not that common in Singapore. Knee osteoarthritis is much more common. Hip osteoarthritis can be due to: Primary hip osteoarthritis from wear and tear. From previous hip fracture. Avascular necrosis of the hip i.e. the blood supply to the femoral head is disrupted From hip dysplasia i.e. the socket of the . . . → Read More: Hip Replacement for Hip Pain from Osteoarthritis Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a skeletal disorder characterized by compromised bone strength predisposing a person to an increased risk of fracture. WHO estimates 70 million people suffering from osteoporosis Diagnosis Based on bone mineral densitometry. Diagnosis of Osteoporosis Common Osteoporosis Fractures Wrist fractures (e.g. Colles’ fracture). Vertebral compression fractures. Hip fractures. Neck of Femur . . . → Read More: Atypical Fractures from Prolonged Use of Osteoporosis Pills (Bisphosphonates)  Comments are closed  General, Hip  actonel fractures, atypical fractures, biphosphonates, fosamax fractures, hip fractures, osteoporosis, osteoporosis fractures, stress fractures of femur |
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