Which of these statements does NOT describe osteoporosis?
A)It is a major health problem that affects 1.4 million people in Canada.
B)Estrogen suppresses bone resorption, which explains the decline in bone loss at menopause.
C) Its prevention is focused on regular exercise, adequate calcium intake, and appropriate estrogen replacement therapy in postmenopausal women.
D) It can result from overuse-that is, from increased mechanical loading-of the skeleton.

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Option D is incorrect because osteoporosis is not caused by overuse, but rather by the loss of bone mass and strength, making bones fragile and susceptible to fractures. Options A, B, and C are all true statements about osteoporosis.

Which of These Statements Does NOT Describe Osteoporosis