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Does anyone know any information on treatment for osteopenia?

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Dr. SG Erman answered

Multiple: Exercise, calcium (dietary better than pills), adequate vitamin d, maybe bisphosphonates ( rx medication), and no tobacco.

Answered 8/12/2012

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