Specific diabetes medications to protect bone health recommended

[Northerner]

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and osteoporosis often coexist in patients, but managing both conditions can be a challenge. A comprehensive review published in the Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism highlights the most effective treatment options for treating these conditions together.

Previous research has focused on the management of T2D and osteoporosis as separate diseases. However, several studies have shown that fracture risk is increasing in people with T2D. T2D directly affects bone metabolism and strength. Certain diabetes medications affect bone metabolism, and an association exists between diabetic complications and the risk for falls and subsequent fractures.

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/06/170621142148.htm

 

[grovesy]

This a new one to me, not heard of this before.

 

[mikeyB]

Me neither, grovesy. Why is the risk increasing?

 

[mikeyB]

And why has nobody noticed this before? It's not exactly a hidden problem.

 

[Amigo]

Seems very obvious to me. Metformin is associated with reduction of B12 levels which in turn can cause bone issues and osteoporosis. Seems an obvious link but clearly not the only connection (all of which are equally obvious).

 

[Bill Stewardson]

Very interesting stuff.