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A member asked:
Does osteopenia usually cause many symptoms?
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Osteopenia: Osteopenia just by it self does not cause any symptoms but can lead to arthritis due to osteoporosis and increased incidence of fractures.
Answered 11/28/2017
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No: Osteopenia is a thinning of the bones and is usually a precursor of osteoporosis, which can have significant symptoms, including bone fractures.Osteopenia and osteoporosis are usually diagnosed with a simple , painless test called a bone density study. Post menopausal women should have this test, and it can easily be arranged by your doctor.
Answered 6/10/2016
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No: Osteopenia and osteoporosis do not have symptoms, but they do increase your risk of having a fracture. Fractures of the spine can cause back pain or an abnormal curve of the back.
Answered 10/1/2016
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