Sex hormones linked to men's fracture risk

(HealthScout) UPDATED 2009-08-14

Men with low levels of the sex hormone estradiol or high levels of the hormone binding globulin (SHBG) are more likely to suffer osteoporosis-related fractures, researchers say.
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Sex hormones linked to men's fracture risk

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