[Estrogen and Parathyroid ...] Which of the following hormones can play a significant role in osteoporosis?

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Which of the following hormones can play a significant role in osteoporosis?

Estrogen and Parathyroid hormone

Progesterone and Aldosterone

Aldosterone and Prolactin

Parathyroid hormone and Prolactin

Explanation:

Estrogen promotes the activity of osteoblast and inhibits osteoclast. In an ageing female osteoporosis occurs due to deficiency of estrogen. Parathormone promotes mobilisation of calcium from bone into blood. Excessive activity of parathormone causes demineralisation leading to osteoporosis.

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