Things that raise your chances of getting osteoporosis include:
- Family history: Osteoporosis seems to run in families.
- Sex: Women are more likely to get it than men.
- Age: Your chances rise with age.
- Bone structure, body weight: Petite and thin women have higher chances for the disease.
- History of fractures: Having one means you’re likely to get more.
- Smoking: Cigarette smokers have higher fracture risks.
- Medications: Some medications may make you more likely to get it.