Osteoporosis Glossary

Cushings Syndrome: This is caused due to the abnormal levels of corticosteroids in the body. Weight gain and obesity are the common symptoms associated with it.

Hyperthyroidism: This disease is accused by the excess of thyroid hormones in the body.

Hyperparathyroidism: Production of excess parathyroid hormones and low calcium level in the blood.

Published on Sep 24, 2014
Last Updated on Sep 24, 2014

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