Osteoporosis: 6 symptoms that show up in hands, legs, and teeth you must not ignore

Each year on October 20th, World Osteoporosis Day recalls the value of bone health. Osteoporosis, or the "silent bone disease," thins bones slowly and makes them more susceptible to breakage. Since it does so without overt early signs, most people find out about the condition only after a fracture has been sustained. There are however tell-tale signs our body provides—particularly in our hands, legs, and teeth—that point towards hidden bone weakness. As a physician, I think that awareness of these signs is important. Early detection of osteoporosis can be treated well so it does not lead to disability and enhances quality of life. Let us examine six significant signs you should not overlook. The wrist and small bones of the hand are often the first sites where osteoporosis reveals