A disease characterized by decreased bone mass (osteopenia), resulting in thin, fragile bones that are susceptible to fractures is called:

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A disease characterized by decreased bone mass (osteopenia), resulting in thin, fragile bones that are susceptible to fractures is called osteoporosis. It is the most common bone disorder in people over the age of 60 and the most common bone disorder for people in the United States.

A Disease Characterized by Decreased Bone Mass (Osteopenia), Resulting in Thin