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What bones are most vulnerable to osteoporosis and why?

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bones can be affected by the disease, spine, hip, and wrist are most likely to break
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Answer:

Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine.

Step-by-step explanation:

Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of new bone doesn't keep up with the loss of old bone.

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