New factsheet on the effects of steroids on osteoporosis

The links between taking glucocorticoids (steroids) and developing osteoporosis have been explored in a new factsheet produced by the National Osteoporosis Society.

One of the recognised side effects of treatment with glucocorticoids is that they can reduce bone strength and make broken bones more likely, particularly when taken over a long period of time.

The new factsheet – Glucocorticoids (“steroids”) and osteoporosis – has been written by National Osteoporosis Society Helpline nurses in conjunction with clinical and scientific advisors and explores the principle questions callers to the Helpline ask about glucocorticoid use.

The factsheet is one of a number of publications produced by the National Osteoporosis Society essential to anyone affected by osteoporosis and fragility fracture or wanting to improve their bone health.

Download the factsheet from here: http://www.nos.org.uk/page.aspx?pid=1024.