Which of the following statement about osteoporosis is incorrect.
Correct answer: C. There is reduction of bone mass and change in chemical composition of the matrix
- A. It results from estrogen deficiency.
- B. Bone eating process takes over bone formation process.
- C. There is reduction of bone mass and change in chemical composition of the matrix
- D. It is common in old age.
Explanation
Osteoporosis reduces bone mass, but the remaining bone matrix generally has normal chemical composition; its amount and microscopic structure are reduced. Thus option c is incorrect, while option a is correct because reduced oestrogen after menopause increases bone resorption.
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