Question 1

are weak bones a sign of any thing?

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It depends:: It depends why one has weak bones:  frail or fragile bones are usually due to osteoporosis (and sometimes due to genetic disorders such as osteogesesis imperfect, and secondary to cancer, metastasis).  Week bones due to osteoporosis: usually secondary to postmenopausal status (sex-hormone deficiency), age, or due to other medical disorders.  It is very important to identify and treat the latter be.

Question 2

at 70 do i necessarukt have weak bones?

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No: Whether a person develops weak bones or osteoporosis as they age depends on a lot of factors including gender, race, family history, weight, medications, history of smoking, and alcohol use. The best way to get screened for weak bones is with a bone mineral density scan. It's recommended for women over 65. If you haven't had one, talk to your doctor about it.

Question 3

at 90 do i have weak bones or is it natural?

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Not necessarily: Our bone density tends to peak in our thirties and then gradually decline, but there are many factors such as genetics, activity level and diet that determines the rate of decline. So while weak bones are more common in 90 year olds,  some 90 year olds have strong bones. The only way to know for sure is to do a bone density DXA test, which can be ordered by your doctor.

Question 4

at 70 do i have weak bones or is it natural?

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Not necessarily: Our bone density tends to peak in our thirties and then gradually decline, but there are many factors such as genetics, activity level and diet that determines the rate of decline. So while weak bones are more common in 70 year olds, many 70 year olds have strong bones. The only way to know for sure is to do a bone density DXA test, which can be ordered by your doctor.

Question 5

how can i find out whether i have weak bones?

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Dexa scan: You can have a scan to check bone density. You can also have your vitamin d levles checked.

Question 6

how do i know if i have strong or weak bones?

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Bone density: There is a test to check.....Ask your doctor.....

Question 7

how do i know if i have strong bones or weak bones without dexa?

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Vitamin D: Make sure the levels in the blood are normal.  Plain radiographs or x-rays are another way a doctor could comment on the quality of your bones.

Question 8

how can i tell if i have bone loss or weak bones?

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DEXA scan: The test that measures bone density is called a DEXA scan.

Question 9

i get physically hurt really easily. do i have weak bones or oi?

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Neither: Strong muscles protect, pad and increase bone density.  Oi or osteogenesis imperfecta is a congenitally acquired defect that limits someone from having healthy bones from birth.  Exercise gradually over time to develop what you need.  A minimum of 3-4 hours per week for males and 6-7 hours per week for females.

Question 10

i get physically hurt really easily. could i have brittle or weak bones?

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Hurt in what way?: Brittle or weak bones increase the risk of fractures (broken bones). If you get fractures easily that is strong evidence of osteoporosis (weak bones). But if you have injuries that do not result in fractures, that may actually be a sign that you have strong bones! the only way to find out for sure is with a bone density DXA test, which can be ordered by your doctor.

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