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A 53-year-old female asked:

If bone meds and supps were given after oopherectomy and aromatose treatment for breast cancer, would it delay the progression of osteoporosis?

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Dr. Sudhir Bansalanswered

Internal Medicine - Endocrinology 77 years experience

Aromatase inhibitors: Osteoporosis due to aromatase inhibitors can be avoided by calcium vitamin d and bone strengthening agents.

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Dr. Sameer Guptaanswered

Medical Oncology 20 years experience

Yes: Exercise and diet are also important; DEXA scan should be monitored.

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