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Help! just diagnosed with osteoporsis can anyone give me information on best treatment?
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Osteoporosis: Start with basics: vit d & calcium supplements, weight-bearing exercises, and fall prevention.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Osteoporosis...: How was it diagnosed? Did you have a DXA of the lumbar spine, hip, and radius performed? 34 yrs old is young for osteoporosis....Have you been on steroids? Ca and vitamin d are a good start. Ask your doctor if medications such as alendronate are for you.
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