Blacksburg, VA
A 21-year-old male asked:
Is there anything i can do to reverse osteopenia?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Quang Nguyenanswered
Specializes in Endocrinology
Osteopenia : Patients with osteopenia need to make sure they are getting adequate calcium and vitamin d intake (through diet or supplements), stop smoking and increase their weight-bearing exercises. Doing the above will strengthen bones and prevent progression to osteoporosis.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Can osteopenia be reversed?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Frederick Singeranswered
Endocrinology 59 years experience
Yes.: A variety of bone active medicines can reverse osteopenia.
4.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Dec 14, 2017
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