What to know about screening for osteoporosis

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Posted on: 15-Jan-2024

Screening for osteoporosis can show if a person has low bone mass and can potentially develop osteoporosis. Doctors typically perform a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan to detect if bones are weaker than usual.

Source: Medical News Today