Question 1

do painkillers affect bone density?

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No: But some medicines, notably the  h2 blockers like Cimetidine and the proton pump inhibitors like esomeprazole, can reduce calcium absorption. Some studies have suggested this can lead to increased fracture risk in the long run.

Question 2

what happens to bone density when you don't exercise?

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It worsens: It goes down. Humans are locomotive animsl designed to move. If u move , less u lose bone.

Question 3

i'm confused by the bone density t score?

Accepted Answer

Relates to max dense: T score compares patient to age/sex/race matched individuals at age 32 (or so)-peak bone density. Relates to statistcs, bell shaped curve. Nl is (-)1 standard deviation and better (top 80+%). Low bone mass (osteopenia) (-)1.0-(-) 2.5 std dev (about #5-20 in a classof 100); osteoporosis (-)2.5 or more (bottom of the class). These vary with age, sex, race. Z score compares pt to same age, sex, race.

Question 4

can a dexa bone density scan show something an x-ray doesn't?

Accepted Answer

Quantify bonemineral: The DEXA scan is a special x-ray scan designed to quantify bone mineral density (bmd) in the spine, hips and forearm. These bmd values are calculated by computer, and can help to predict  future risks for fractures. Very low bmd can possibly signify  'osteoporosis', while intermediate low bmd can sometimes be considered 'osteopenia'. The bmd is one of many factors used to measure fracture risk.

Question 5

can you regain bone density?

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Yes: Adequate nutrition and weight bearing exercise, adequate calcium and vit d intake, and some prescription drugs (teriparitide, ...) can help you regain bone density.

Question 6

how do you improve bone density?

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Complicated Question: Depends on age & gender of the person.  To improve/maintain bone mineral density, adults need daily, total calcium of ~1, 200 mg, ~2, 000 iu vitamin d, protein, 1 g/kg body wt., & adequate weight-bearing exercises. Fast-walking is the best form of exercise. In the absence of current bone loss or expecting bone loss (disease, medication, surgery), pharmacological therapies are not essential for most.

Question 7

could bone density go up and down?

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Bone density: Yes, by stopping/starting various things that can affect bone density: medications, dietary changes, level of activity and exercise, and others.

Question 8

what is the cure of low bone density ?

Accepted Answer

Not all need a cure.: Calcium and vit d help maintain good bones but studies have not shown they reverse osteopenia in most people. Age 50-60 is when most bone density is lost. After age 50 the loss slows down and many women do not need treatment in this age group. There are a number of medicines for women with significant bone loss, osteoporosis.

Question 9

how and why does bone density increase?

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DEXA: Recommended daily calcium and vitamin d intake along with weight bearing exercise.

Question 10

how can somebody increase his bone density?

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Avoid those: Things which can decrease bone density such as tobacco, alcohol, inactivity, muscular disorders, arthritis, certain medication such as seizure drugs/cortisone/etc, lung of liver disease. To increase bone density make sure calcium and vitamin d intake are adequate and use weight bearing exercise and keep active. Also, if density low, avoid potential accidents/trauma. Talk w/doc re sex hormone defic.

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