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Can the dexa scan reports useful for my doctor?

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Yes: The results help your doctor decide whether you need treatment for bone loss (osteoporosis).

Dr Wosnitzer agreed

Answered 9/23/2015

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Yes...: DEXA report will tell if your bone density is normal, slightly low (osteopenia), or very low (osteoporotic) and if treatment is needed.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 10/4/2015

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