Al-Esraa University College Journal for Medical Sciences · Jun 30, 2026
The Association Between Osteoporosis in Females Following Menopause and Vitamin D Deficiency
By Al-Rubaiawi HK, Hussein NA, Satar DAJ et al.
The intricate relationship among osteoporosis, vitamin D deficiency, and hormonal changes. Growth hormone, cortisol, parathyroid hormone, estrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormones, and thyroid hormones are a few of the hormones that affect bone turnover and density. Alterations in their concentrations, whether brought on by healthy aging or illnesses, can interfere with bone remodelling and increase the risk of osteoporosis. Moreover, inadequate levels of vitamin D increase the risk by decreasing the absorption of calcium and the mineralization of bone. Estrogen and vitamin D deficits increase bone loss, especially in postmenopausal women. Proactive treatment techniques, including hormone replacement therapy, vitamin D supplements, and lifestyle changes, are critical for maintaining good bone health and lowering the risk of fracture. Understanding and addressing these factors are paramount for preventing osteoporosis and its associated complications, especially in vulnerable populations.