Both men and women can get osteoporosis. In fact, a rare form of osteoporosis can occur in children and young adults of both genders. Postmenopausal osteoporosis tends to occur between the ages of 51 and 75. Although osteoporosis is six times more common in women, it can also occur in men with low levels of testosterone. Another type of osteoporosis is associated with the normal aging PROCESS. It usually occurs in PEOPLE who are 60 or older, and it is twice as common in women as in men.

Osteoporosis can also develop as a side effect of:

• Endocrine DISEASES, including hyperthyroidism and diabetes mellitus
• Drugs, including glucocorticosteroids, alcohol, tobacco, dilantin, barbiturates and heparin
• Various conditions, including being immobilized, chronic kidney FAILURE, liver disease, chronic obstructive lung disease and conditions in which vitamins and minerals are not absorbed properly

Both men and women can get osteoporosis. In fact, a rare form of osteoporosis can occur in children and young adults of both genders. Postmenopausal osteoporosis tends to occur between the ages of 51 and 75. Although osteoporosis is six times more common in women, it can also occur in men with low levels of testosterone. Another type of osteoporosis is associated with the normal aging process. It usually occurs in people who are 60 or older, and it is twice as common in women as in men.

Osteoporosis can also develop as a side effect of: