The association of dyslipidemia with osteoporosis: A case report

Abstract

Introduction: Previous studies have reported that there is a significant association of dyslipidemia with osteoporosis. However, very few cases studies have shown the actual picture. The present case study reports this association. Case presentation: This is a case report of a 55 years old male patient with normal weight, who appeared to have co-morbid conditions since a year or two. He did not smoke but consumed considerable amount of alcohol and had a family history of metabolic diseases. The history of the patient revealed that the chief diagnosis was dyslipidemia which was due to genetic predisposition. Moreover, excessive alcohol intake supplemented the adversary and over the long run it led to osteoporosis which was diagnosed when the condition expressed itself as a fracture. Diabetes mellitus was suspected in the beginning but the lab findings nullified the suspicion and the focus was shifted towards management of dyslipidemia alone. The ignorance of likelihood of osteoporosis led to fracture of the femur which paved the way for the diagnosis of osteoporosis. The main goal of management of dyslipidemia was to lower the LDL-C first. Once it was achieved, the other factors were treated. Lowering of the cardiovascular risk and improvement in the quality of life of the patient was considered. The goals of management of osteoporosis were to prevent further bone loss and any incidence of fracture, reduce pain and prevent any kind of disability due to the disease and its progression. Conclusion: This is a classic example of association of dyslipidemia with osteoporosis. The risk of osteoporosis can never be ruled out in association with dyslipidemia and needs to be carefully assessed in patients.