<s>[INST] What is osteopenia? [/INST] Osteopenia is often referred to as the beginning stage of osteoporosis. It is weakening of the bones and reduced bone mass, but not quite to the severity of osteoporosis. If your bones continue to lose mass over time, osteopenia can turn into osteoporosis, but the good news is that it doesn’t have to! There are many healthy habits and lifestyle choices that can strengthen your bones, slow osteopenia and prevent osteoporosis. Source: OSC - ORTHO. Link: https://www.osc-ortho.com/frequently-asked-questions-about-osteoporosis/. Field: Rheumatology. Disease: Ostoeporosis </s>