Question 1

what is the prognosis for a 75 yr old who had a massive stroke and now has mrsa infection in his finger bone? copd,alcoholism, atrial fibrillation

Accepted Answer

Too many variables: There are so many variable regarding prognosis after stroke, and the presence of associated diseases creates even more variables. There are tables regarding degrees of consciousness and outcome, but these are not definitive even if they are historically relevant. Suggest you speak to the treating physician(s) involved in care and have most of the historical information.

Question 2

what's it mean to have bone loss?

Accepted Answer

Less bone: We build and lose bone everyday. We build more than we lose until we're around 30 years old. Then we start losing more than we build. Over time, this leads to osteopenia, then osteoporosis, which increases the risk of fracture.

Question 3

describe the features of bone loss.?

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Varies: Bone loss features can vary. People may be asymptomatic to painful if associated with bone fractures. Bone mineral density (bmd) testing looks at bone quantitative amount. It does not determine bone quality. The quantity and quality of bone determine strength. Bone loss may be prevented/treated by bisphosphonates,  denosumab, impact exercise, calcium, vitamin d.

Question 4

what's the safest way to treat bone loss?

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Many options: First, find out the cause of the bone loss so you are not just treating the symptom instead of the cause. If you have osteopenia, make sure you maintain proper nutrition, keep active, do weight bearing exercises daily, take adequate calcium + vit d supplement (1200-1500 mg, 2000 iu vit d).  If you have osteoporosis, do all above and a fda approved osteoporosis after discussion with your md/do.

Question 5

what if you have bone loss in gums?

Accepted Answer

Weaker gums: That means loss of the supporting tissues for your teeth(bone), leads to pocketing between the gums and teeth , mobility, plaque collection and inflammation , the condition called periodontitis, 
it ends with teeth loss if un treated..

Question 6

can breathing mold spores lead to bone loss?

Accepted Answer

No: there is no connection to mold spores, allergens, etc. and loss of bone.  Being a female, inactive, in menopause, smoker, drinker, Caucasian and poor diet are all risks factors for bone loss

Question 7

how does bone loss after tooth extraction occur?

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Lack of use: The bone will slowly resorb if no tooth is present.  If you don't use it you lose  it!  a bone graft and a dental implant will prevent bone loss.

Question 8

how much bone loss decades after tooth extraction?

Accepted Answer

Let us help: The jawbone needs the physiological stimulus from the root of a tooth to maintain its volume.
When you have a tooth extracted, the healing process causes the extraction site to remodel, and generally up to 25% of the bone is lost during the first year.
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Question 9

is dental deep scaling essential to prevent bone loss?

Accepted Answer

If needed, yes...: I would visit a dentist you trust to determine if you do need the deep scaling....

Question 10

is it possible to have bone loss from tooth extractions?

Accepted Answer

Yes..: Following a tooth extraction there is almost always some bone loss. If the bone was in good shape prior to the extraction then you won't see much, but if the tooth was troubled with infections or something then more bone loss can be expected.  Keep in mind..The bone can be replaced quite often at the same appointment of the extraction.

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