Bone Health

There is growing evidence that HIV-positive individuals are more likely to have bone problems. It is not fully known whether this is the cause of HIV or HIV medications. Osteoporosis occurs when your bones lose mineral content and can become more brittle and fracture more easily. Osteopenia is the loss of bone minerals that is less severe than osteoporosis, however it is a warning sign. Lots of folks talk calcium supplements to improve their bone health in addition to weight bearing exercises. What do you do? What questions do you have about bone health and HIV? What are your thoughts on bones?