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How Does Dexa Scan Helps ?

For a person who has vericos veins, arthritis( knee area) & weak muscles(legs), how does dexa scan help ?
Wed, 19 Jan 2011
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It will not help in any of the above conditions you have mentioned. Dexa scan helps to diagnose osteoporosis, which is seen commonly in older individuals.
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How Does Dexa Scan Helps ?

It will not help in any of the above conditions you have mentioned. Dexa scan helps to diagnose osteoporosis, which is seen commonly in older individuals.