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I had a calcium score scan. the results was a score of 80. i was told this is considered low risk, but of course a score closer to zero would be ideal. is 80 truly no cause for concern can more diet and exercise help lower this or keep it from rising?

Q: i had a calcium score scan. the results was a score of 80. i was told this is considered low risk, but of course a score closer to zero would be ideal. is 80 truly no cause for concern can more diet and exercise help lower this or keep it from rising?

: Yes, diet and exercise would definitely be helpful. Take care.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, diet and exercise would definitely be helpful. Take care.

Answered 9/19/2023

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A member asked:

I had a calcium score scan. the results was a score of 80. i was told this is considered low risk, but of course a score closer to zero would be ideal. is 80 truly no cause for concern can more diet and exercise help lower this or keep it from rising?

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