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What would be the cause of only having worsening osteoporosis in hips only?

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Dr. David Sneid answered

Osteoporosis: is osteoporosis, no matter where the bone loss is. Alendronate works better on the spine than the hips, but does generally help in both areas. Discuss w/your physician.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 10/2/2014

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A member asked:

What would be the cause of only having worsening osteoporosis in hips only?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Sneid answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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