PERIMENOPAUSAL BONE LOSS
\pˈɛɹɪmənˌɒpɔːsə͡l bˈə͡ʊn lˈɒs], \pˈɛɹɪmənˌɒpɔːsəl bˈəʊn lˈɒs], \p_ˈɛ_ɹ_ɪ_m_ə_n_ˌɒ_p_ɔː_s_əl b_ˈəʊ_n l_ˈɒ_s]\
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Metabolic disorder associated with fractures of the femoral neck, vertebrae, and distal forearm. It occurs commonly in women within 15-20 years after menopause, and is caused by factors associated with menopause including estrogen deficiency.
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.