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There is the possibility that low bone density can increase health risks. One possible risk for those with low bone density is an increase risk of bone fracture, especially in older women who suffer fractures to the hip and pelvis areas as the result of falls.
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∙ 8y agoNo it is a good thing.
(Low bone density is bad but not serious. It mostly requires physical therapy and you need to drink milk.)
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Why Would High Bone Density Be Bad?
Artheritis is the answer !
Why do African Americans have high bone density?
Evolution.
Is milk bad for the elderly?
Yes, strangely, milk causes osteoporosis (thinning of bone tissue and loss of bone density) which is something you want to prevent.
How can I get my bone density score checked?
If you want to get your bone density score checked out you should go see specialist. Have your doctor refer you to a bone specialist to do a bone density test on you.
How is bone density test done?
A bone density test employs x-rays to measure the amount of calcium and other bone minerals are retained with the bone segment. A bone density test is used to diagnose osteoporosis.
What is known as decrease in bone density?
Osteoporosis is the name for low bone density.
Bone density measurements can help detect?
Bone density measurements can help detect the onset of
Can you have good bone density but yet have arthritis?
No, it shows the density of the bone, People that have arthritis however are often more likely to get bone density problems because of the drugs they have to use to control the disease and often restrictions in their lifestyle may also make them more prone to bone density problems.
What happens to bone density as you get older?
Due to mineral loss and lower activity, bone density decreases.
What type of diagnostic testing is a definitive test for osteoporosis?
Ultrasonic bone density testingUltrasound and CT Scans are typically ised to check for this condition.
What is an unremarkable bone density test?
An unremarkable bone density test means that the results are within normal limits and show no signs of significant bone loss or osteoporosis. It is a positive outcome indicating good bone health.
Where can I find more information on bone mineral density?
Bone Mineral Density tests measure the density of minerals in your bones to determine bone strength. This could often be found to be beneficial. However more information can be found at http://www.webmd.com/osteoporosis/bone-mineral-density-test
