title: Osteoporosis in men with diabetes mellitus.
abstract: Osteoporosis is more common in women than in men. The prevalence in men is not defined yet; however it is becoming much more recognized as its prevalence and impact have become explicable. It is estimated that around 1% of bone mineral density is lost in men every year. Studies show that secondary osteoporosis is the major cause thus, making it important to define the disorders associated with male osteoporosis. Diabetes is a risk factor for bone fractures. In male patients with diabetes measures should be undertaken such as encouraging exercise, assuring adequate calcium and vitamin D intake, and treating diabetic complications.
authors.affiliation: Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, American University of Beirut-Medical Center, P.O Box 11-0236, Riad El Solh, Beirut 1107 2020, Lebanon.
authors.forename: Claire
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Issa
authors.forename: Mira S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Zantout
authors.forename: Sami T
authors.initials: ST
authors.lastname: Azar