Considering the Pathophysiologic Process of Postmenopausal Osteoporosis,which Changes Are Believed

question 37

Multiple Choice

Considering the pathophysiologic process of postmenopausal osteoporosis,which changes are believed to play a significant role in the development of age-related bone loss?

• A) Increased oxidative stress and increased intracellular reactive oxygen species
• B) Hypoparathyroidism
• C) Increased body weight
• D) Decreased formation and short life span of osteoclasts

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