M82.8: Osteoporosis in other diseases classified elsewhere

Osteoporosis in other diseases classified elsewhere, as indicated by ICD-10 code M82.8, is a specific form of osteoporosis that occurs as a secondary condition due to other diseases. Osteoporosis itself is a condition characterized by the weakening of your bones, making them fragile and more likely to break or fracture. When osteoporosis is classified elsewhere, this means it's not the primary health issue, but a complication or side effect of another underlying disease. These diseases can include a wide range of conditions like hormonal disorders, malnutrition, or organ diseases which affect bone health. This type of osteoporosis can affect both males and females of any age, depending on the nature of the primary disease. Common indications of osteoporosis are lack of symptoms until a bone breaks, pain in the lower back due to fractures in the spinal bones, and a stooped posture.