Osteoporotic
adjective
Referring to a condition characterized by the weakening of bones due to loss of density.
The patient was diagnosed with osteoporotic fractures after a fall.

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osteoporotic bone, osteoporotic patient, osteoporotic condition
adjective
Referring to a condition characterized by the weakening of bones due to loss of density.
The patient was diagnosed with osteoporotic fractures after a fall.

Usage tips
Neutral
osteoporotic bone, osteoporotic patient, osteoporotic condition
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Medical Context
In medical discussions, use 'osteoporotic' to specify bone fragility related to osteoporosis.
Patients with osteoporotic bones are at high risk of fractures.
Casual Context
Avoid using 'osteoporotic' in casual conversations as it's a medical term.
Though it's less common in casual talk, mentioning 'osteoporotic' helps specify age-related bone issues.
Formal Context
Use in reports or academic writing to convey a precise understanding of bone health.
The study focused on osteoporotic individuals aged 65 and older.
Medical Context
In medical discussions, use 'osteoporotic' to specify bone fragility related to osteoporosis.
Patients with osteoporotic bones are at high risk of fractures.
Casual Context
Avoid using 'osteoporotic' in casual conversations as it's a medical term.
Though it's less common in casual talk, mentioning 'osteoporotic' helps specify age-related bone issues.
Formal Context
Use in reports or academic writing to convey a precise understanding of bone health.
The study focused on osteoporotic individuals aged 65 and older.
Medical Context
In medical discussions, use 'osteoporotic' to specify bone fragility related to osteoporosis.
Patients with osteoporotic bones are at high risk of fractures.
Casual Context
Avoid using 'osteoporotic' in casual conversations as it's a medical term.
Though it's less common in casual talk, mentioning 'osteoporotic' helps specify age-related bone issues.
Formal Context
Use in reports or academic writing to convey a precise understanding of bone health.
The study focused on osteoporotic individuals aged 65 and older.
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