Osteoporosis, also known as brittle bones, is a condition where bones continuously thin with age. Prevention includes calcium and vitamin D supplements and avoiding overuse of pain relievers.
Habits such as consuming excessive salt, smoking, and lack of exercise gradually decrease bone density over time, leading to various health consequences.
After a forceful sneeze, Dang Van Giang from Hanoi experienced severe back pain and lost his ability to walk. Doctors at Hong Ngoc General Hospital diagnosed him with a vertebral compression fracture due to severe osteoporosis.