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Will taking calcium and vitamin k supplements cure osteoporosis and prevent fractures in an otherwise healthy 86 year old lady?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Vit D and calcium: Vitamin D and calcium may help in reducing falls and could help in preventing fractures.
Answered 5/18/2015
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Most likely not: At 86, an elderly lady is prone to osteoporotic changes in her bones due to hormonal changes that come with age. Calcium, Vit K as well as Vit D supplement are being used by millions of people but they are rarely curative but more preventative against serious complications.
Answered 7/8/2017
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No: It will neither cure nor prevent fractures. Protective hip covers, fall precautions may help. Use of phosphates will be individualized at 86
Answered 5/18/2015
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