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What is increased porosity or softening of the bones called?

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis, a disease characterized by weakened bones. This condition, along with osteomalacia, answers the question: **What is increased porosity or softening of the bones called?**

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Are osteoporosis and osteomalacia the same thing?

According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, approximately 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million have low bone density, putting them at increased risk. A common point of confusion for many is whether this is the same as osteomalacia. While both conditions weaken bones and increase fracture risk, they are distinctly different in their cause and nature.

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