A 70-year-old female presents with a hip fracture.She is diagnosed with osteoporosis.One factor that most likely contributed to her condition is:
A) Increased androgen levels
B) Decreased estrogen levels
C) Strenuous exercise
D) Excessive dietary calcium

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Osteoporosis can be attributed to decreased estrogen levels.
Osteoporosis can be attributed to decreased estrogen levels,not increased androgen levels.
Osteoporosis can be attributed to decreased estrogen levels,not strenuous exercise.
Osteoporosis can be attributed to decreased estrogen levels,not excessive dietary calcium.

A 70-Year-Old Female Presents with a Hip Fracture