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Define Osteoporosis
Diagnosis
Candidates for Bone Density Testing
Because osteoporosis can occur with few symptoms, testing is important. Bone density testing is recommended for:
- All women over age 65
- Postmenopausal women under age 65 with one or more risk factors for osteoporosis
- All men over age 70
- Men ages 50 - 70 with one or more risk factors for osteoporosis
- Any man or woman over age 50 who has suffered a fracture
Risk factors that may indicate a need for bone mineral density testing include:
- Long-term use of...
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Treatment Options for Osteoporosis
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Osteoporosis
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