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Causes of Secondary Osteoporosis
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Causes of Secondary Osteoporosis

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What is the primary underlying mechanism by which corticosteroids, such as prednisone, contribute to secondary osteoporosis?

  • Increased calcium excretion in the urine
  • Suppressed parathyroid hormone production
  • Direct inhibition of osteoblast function (correct)
  • Enhanced receptor activity for vitamin D

    • Which of the following conditions is most likely to contribute to secondary osteoporosis through a hormonal disorder mechanism?

  • Hyperglycemia
  • Cushing's syndrome (correct)
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Hyperparathyroidism

    • What is the primary reason why chronic kidney disease can contribute to secondary osteoporosis?

  • Impaired calcium absorption in the gut
  • Elevated levels of parathyroid hormone (correct)
  • Disrupted vitamin D metabolism
  • Increased calcium excretion in the urine

    • Which of the following medications is most likely to contribute to secondary osteoporosis through a mechanism involving receptor activity?

    <p>Aromatase inhibitors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why rheumatoid arthritis can contribute to secondary osteoporosis?

    <p>Systemic inflammation leading to bone resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

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