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How Can Osteoporosis Be Diagnosed?
I am 54 and I ve had a bone density test about 2 years ago. Based on the results my gynecologist thinks I have osteoporosis. I ve been takng Calcium and Vitamin D supplements since then. Yet my blood test results indicated normal levels of Vitamin D and Calcium. Does Is that indicate I may not necessarily have osteoporosis? She also recommended I see a rhumatologist. What would he do other than suggest continue with the Vitamins. Are there are other tests?
Tue, 13 Jun 2017
Hello,
You may see a rheumatologist as recommended by the gynecologist for evaluation. He may request for a new bone mineral density (BMD) test since the last was about 2 years ago. If BMD is low, he may consider placing you on antiresorptive drugs. However, normal blood calcium and vitamin D are reassuring. Just see the rheumatologist for evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mbuomboh Veranso
You may see a rheumatologist as recommended by the gynecologist for evaluation. He may request for a new bone mineral density (BMD) test since the last was about 2 years ago. If BMD is low, he may consider placing you on antiresorptive drugs. However, normal blood calcium and vitamin D are reassuring. Just see the rheumatologist for evaluation.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mbuomboh Veranso
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