You are at risk of osteoporosis if you have any of the following risk factors.

  • Post menopausal
  • Low calcium intake
  • Low hormone levels e.g. estrogen deficiency or testosterone deficiency
  • Excessive thyroid replacement ( and hyperthyroidism)
  • Long term use of steroids
  • Inflammatory arthritis
  • Family history of osteoporosis
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol