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How does calcitonin work to treat osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis affects millions of aging adults worldwide, leading to brittle bones susceptible to fractures. For certain individuals, calcitonin offers a unique treatment option by targeting the cells that break down bone. But how does calcitonin work to treat osteoporosis at a fundamental, cellular level? This guide explores the precise biological mechanisms behind this important therapy.

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What Happens to Calcitonin with Age? Understanding the Hormonal Shift

According to research published in the *Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism*, studies involving women between 20 and 69 years of age show that calcitonin secretion progressively decreases over time, particularly after menopause. A clear understanding of what happens to calcitonin with age is therefore vital for comprehending the complex dance of hormones that governs our skeletal health.

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Exploring the Vital Role: What is the function of calcitonin in bone?

Bone is a living tissue that is constantly remodeled throughout life, a process regulated by several hormones. A key player in this process, calcitonin, is a hormone whose primary function is to regulate and maintain the delicate balance of bone density and blood calcium levels.

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Does Calcitonin Affect Osteoporosis? Understanding Its Role and Efficacy

Calcitonin is a hormone that can affect osteoporosis by slowing bone loss and increasing bone mineral density, though its use as a primary treatment has declined. In fact, the FDA has limited its use for postmenopausal osteoporosis to patients for whom other treatments are unsuitable due to its lower efficacy compared to other drug classes and a potential link to cancer with long-term use.

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