Bone Mineral Density Scan- 118 Questions Answered

A senior member in my home was prescribed bone mineral density test. I stay in chennai. I need good diagnostic centers doing this test.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 113 Views v

Dr. Nikhil AggarwalGeneral Physician | Delhi

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I can understand your concern well. You need not worry at all. I can surely help you in this regard.But, for the best advise specific to you, I need to know some important medical history that's requi ... Read More

What type of food should be taken to increase bone mineral density whether I'm on long term Use of Emersa 2 mg?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 72 Views v

Dr. Vijaya GuptaGynecologist | Chandigarh

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Calcium rich food Ragi Is the richest source of calcium Foxnuts Milk curd paneer this will help U can also take supplements ... Read More

I have undergone bone mineral density and as per report the Speed of Sound is 1548 M/sec. T Score is 0.29 and Z Score is 0.48. Heel Temperature is 31.74 Celsius Unit Temperature 25.68 Celsius Foot Size 22-24 CM. Is everything normal.

Asked for Female, 25 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Vilas P ChavanOrthopedic surgeon | Pune

Yes , normal ... Read More

I have undergone bone mineral density and as per report the Speed of Sound is 1548 M/sec. T Score is 0.29 and Z Score is 0.48. Heel Temperature is 31.74 Celsius Unit Temperature 25.68 Celsius Foot Size 22-24 CM. Is everything normal.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 83 Views v

Dr. N. C. GuptaOrthopedist | Delhi

It is within normal limits. ... Read More

My wife had undergone her Endometriosis surgery in Sep 2016 and continued her infertility treatment for a year later. During Endometriosis surgery, she had to take injection Lupron Depot 3.75 mg twice, once each month before surgery. Also after surgery, she was on infertility related hormonal tablets. I read today about the relation between Endomet

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Asked for Female, 29 Years 88 Views v

Dr. Nishit PaloOrthopedist | Noida

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No there are many other causes of spondylosis and PIVD like hereditary, trauma, pregnancy, old age etc. ... Read More

I had back pain for long time. Doctor suggested for dexa scan. My bone density is - 1.5 . How to increase bone density with foods ?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 134 Views v

Ms. Anju GulatiDietitian/Nutritionist | Delhi

Things need detailed conversation about your meals and nutrition requirements! Please choose direct consultation for proper guidance and help so you get the best results ... Read More

Is there any effect of flouride water on the bones mineral density?? Very much flouride found in drinking water in my area .. is effected on bones or not?

Asked for Male, 33 Years 82 Views v

Dr. Jaideep GaverGeneral Physician | Coimbatore

Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult on my personal app, its completely free. *You can have chat or video call discussion* http://arth.link/drortho Or https://play ... Read More

My bone density test results show -3.34. What does that show?? Does it mean osteoporotic? Is it critical ??

Asked for Female, 29 Years 196 Views v

Dr. Arun Kumar G (PT)Physiotherapist | Coimbatore

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Hi.... Yes.... Before that you need second opinion... If again same result comes...you really need to take attention on your bones.... Consult an Orthopedic doctor.... And also included some vit-D, ca ... Read More

How to get a bone density and hard muscle? very less density bone i have compare to others. when i am lifting some weight i m feeling my bone will break..... also i have loose muscle

Asked for Male, 25 Years 228 Views v

Ms. Jyoti Nigam (PT)Physiotherapist | Noida

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If u have feeling of bone break. It means u have low calcium levels. Try getting ur calcium and vitamin B12 & vitamin D test. Vitamin D will help calcium absorption which in turn will give streng ... Read More

I have problem with bone density for that I am using vitamin c capsule . Can I use revital h

Asked for Male, 27 Years 125 Views v

Dr. Prashant RaiOrthopedist | Navi Mumbai

You can take the above prescribed meds but also concentrate on diet and sunlight exposure. Google vit d and calcium rich foods ... Read More

I am 25 Male. My bones feel weak. I did a Dexa scan and it showed low bone density (-1.6) Doctor prescribed calcium supplements. Will it get back to normal bone density? How much time will it take?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 194 Views v

Dr. Sharath KumarOrthopedist | Bangalore

If your DEXA is that low, need to see what is the cause for that and check for any systemic causes ... Read More

Hi, I'm 23 right now and 6'2, I'm having issues with weak thin bones since childhood which is really concerning as the risk of fractures is high. I've never stopped my milk consumption since childhood and everyday I have around 500ml cow milk, from last few months I switched to buffalo milk. Can you please suggest the DOs and DONTs to overcome this

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 156 Views v

Dr. Pavan KommineniOrthopedist | Guntur

Thin bones doesn't mean weak bones..? Have you ever had any fracture till now ..? If you really want to know the quality of bones.. Please get a DEXA(BMD) Scan. Not just milk or diet, You have to do R ... Read More

I am 24 years and and when checked my bone density , the results said that I have osteopenia, what should I do to control the same.

Asked for Female, 24 Years 107 Views v

Dr. Rajesh GayakwadOrthopedic surgeon | Mumbai

Increase calcium and vitamin D rich diet. ... Read More

Iam suffering from heel pain since a year Is it necessary to test bone density And calcium test What test really required

Asked for Female, 35 Years 81 Views v

Dr. Ujjyani Sengupta PawarGeneral Physician | Mumbai

Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Normal levels of free testosterone is 35 pg/ml so if anyone has like 25 pg/ml will he develop osteoporosis or osteopenia or his bones will be normal how much low levels of free T can cause osteoporosis?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 128 Views v

Dr. Anuj MothsraGeneral Practitioner | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Hell Doctors, I am too worried about the upcoming child, today there was a scanning after 10weeks and in the report legs hands everything was visible but nasal bone is absent, is there any issue or development of nasal bone is delayed? Need some information please suggest me and guide me what to do next?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 753 Views v

Dr. S K WadhwaGynecologist | Lucknow

I suggest you should go for NIPT at 12 weeks. Rather than going through the proper channel of doing Double marker, and Triple Marker, and Quad Marker is a cumbersome procedure and more expensive th ... Read More

X ray of the bones were done. Dr said the bone density was fine. He prescribed few vitamins & mineral tabs. I have doubt regarding the dosage of Cole D3 oral solution daily for 7 days. Is it fine have such a high dose of Vit D3 60k IU. Awaiting for the reply. Thank you.

Asked for Female, 0 Years 75 Views v

Dr. Varun O AgrawalJoint Replacement Surgeon | Pune

Hello Sometimes this high dose is advised called as "Stoss Therapy" which is used depending upon your symptoms and ailment. Kindly share your complaints and history in brief. ... Read More

Complaints: Pain in right Tibia, Bone extension found Pain in leg. What to do next? Bone scan report

Asked for Female, 9 Years 82 Views v

Dr. Deep ShahOrthopedist | Ahmedabad

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Need to examine your local site whether it is growth from bone or soft tissue mass!? ... Read More

I started having leg joint pains at the age of 33. My Bone mass density is very low. How to increase. Any food diet to be followed to improve Calcium in body ?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 157 Views v

Dr. Varun O AgrawalJoint Replacement Surgeon | Pune

Start exercising daily with exposure to morning sunlight for 45-60mins daily. Milk is also a good source. Please share your Bone Mass Density report. If they are joint pains, can be due to some other ... Read More

I am 24 years old male how can increase bone thickness and strength , can i do this at this age , please suggest some foods

Asked for Male, 24 Years 349 Views v

Dr. Sanjay JainOrtho surgeon | Jaipur

Hi, You can take supplementation in the form of calcium Consult directly in case of query ... Read More

How long should I wait to get a bone mineral density test after undergoing a contrast MRI. Does the contrast stay in the body and interfere with the BMD test?

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Please check my reports and what should be done for increasing bone density. My vitamin d3 level is 11.5

Asked for Male, 28 Years 81 Views v

Dr. Geethika NutakkiGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

Hello Your report is suggestive of Vitamin D deficiency it’s better to get it corrected ... Read More

Hello, i want to know the difference between Bone Scan and pet scan. Which one is good to diagnose cancer?

Asked for Male, 56 Years 179 Views v

Dr. Nilaxi KhataniarRadiation Oncologist | Hyderabad

Pet ct scan is usually the modality of choice for detection of malignancies. A bone scan usually detects cancer metastases to bone. Also, it is used for many other non malignant diseases also ... Read More

I have done my nt scan at 11 weeks 3 days nt scan says nasal bone hypoplasia pls suggest...at the time of scan dr told me baby position was not good ...pls suggest

Asked for Male, 35 Years 332 Views v

Dr. Anuprabha KarthikInfertility Specialist | Bangalore

Repeat nt scan after 2weeks..consider doing a double marker test. ... Read More

Dear Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in the back, arm, knee, thigh which is mostly due to low bone density. I do have a bad body posture and slouch while sitting and walking. While I underwent a dexa scan 3 years ago the doctor had mentioned an onset of osteopenia. Before the situation worsens is there any immediate medication that should hel

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Asked for Female, 31 Years 182 Views v

Dr. Sameer MittalOrthopedist | Raipur

Low bone density is major cause of bone pain and weakness now a days, specially when we spend our most of time inside our home. ... Read More

I am having back pain from 3 years. Doctor suggested me to take dexa scan. My bone density t score was -1.8 . I took calcium tablets and vitamin D. I took more than 6 months. Still I have got back pain. Kindly suggest. Other reports were normal.

Asked for Male, 29 Years 166 Views v

Dr. Gajanan S ManamwarAyurveda | Pune

Take ayurvediy way efforts for your problems. Correct your diet and lifestyle according ayurvediy way. Find out root causes of your problem and correct it by ayurvediy way. ... Read More

I've got fractured bone Not united yet Checked bone density Got t score as-5 What does it mean Can I go forward to surgery with that

Asked for Male, 30 Years 129 Views v

Dr. Karuna ChawlaHomoeopath | Noida

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It’s not a good score. U need to consult ur orthopaedic surgeon. The T-score on your bone density report shows how much your bone mass differs from the bone mass of an average healthy 30 year old adu ... Read More

I got my bone density checked and it is -2.6 .is it a reason for concern and are any other investigation s required.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 175 Views v

Dr. Jaideep GaverGeneral Physician | Coimbatore

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Needs a thorough history and clinical discussion, please connect with me on app available on playstore and is completely free. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tech.arth.drjaideepgaver ... Read More

Can i have shelcal hd bone density less -2 and on magnesium citrate and carnisure for muscle pain for how long can take if suggested thanks Dhruv

Asked for Male, 39 Years 331 Views v

Dr. Ashwini KhadtareGynecologist/Obstetrician | Solapur

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Take shelcal hd initially for 1 month then recheck bone density or sr calcium and vit D3 Tb Carnisure is for nutritional deficiency Don't take it without prescription ... Read More

I have 1. cholesterol 255mg/dL, 2. Triglycerides176 mg/dL 3. HDL 56 mg/dL 4. LDL 164 mg/dL 5. VLDL 35 mg/dL 6. Bone density : -1.8 7. I am having gas problem 7. Other blood parameters are normal I have visited Orthopaedics. He has prescribe me Aran q10 and charv-c medicine. I have visited Gastroenterology for gas problem. Questions: 1.

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Dr. R.RavindranathDiabetologist | Chennai

You must see a physician who can handle all your problem ... Read More

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A senior member in my home was prescribed bone mineral density test. I stay in chennai. I need good diagnostic centers doing this test.

What type of food should be taken to increase bone mineral density whether I'm on long term Use of Emersa 2 mg?

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I have undergone bone mineral density and as per report the Speed of Sound is 1548 M/sec. T Score is 0.29 and Z Score is 0.48. Heel Temperature is 31.74 Celsius Unit Temperature 25.68 Celsius Foot Size 22-24 CM. Is everything normal.

I have undergone bone mineral density and as per report the Speed of Sound is 1548 M/sec. T Score is 0.29 and Z Score is 0.48. Heel Temperature is 31.74 Celsius Unit Temperature 25.68 Celsius Foot Size 22-24 CM. Is everything normal.

I had back pain for long time. Doctor suggested for dexa scan. My bone density is - 1.5 . How to increase bone density with foods ?

Is there any effect of flouride water on the bones mineral density?? Very much flouride found in drinking water in my area .. is effected on bones or not?

My bone density test results show -3.34. What does that show?? Does it mean osteoporotic? Is it critical ??

How to get a bone density and hard muscle? very less density bone i have compare to others. when i am lifting some weight i m feeling my bone will break..... also i have loose muscle

I have problem with bone density for that I am using vitamin c capsule . Can I use revital h

I am 25 Male. My bones feel weak. I did a Dexa scan and it showed low bone density (-1.6) Doctor prescribed calcium supplements. Will it get back to normal bone density? How much time will it take?

I am 24 years and and when checked my bone density , the results said that I have osteopenia, what should I do to control the same.

Iam suffering from heel pain since a year Is it necessary to test bone density And calcium test What test really required

Normal levels of free testosterone is 35 pg/ml so if anyone has like 25 pg/ml will he develop osteoporosis or osteopenia or his bones will be normal how much low levels of free T can cause osteoporosis?

X ray of the bones were done. Dr said the bone density was fine. He prescribed few vitamins & mineral tabs. I have doubt regarding the dosage of Cole D3 oral solution daily for 7 days. Is it fine have such a high dose of Vit D3 60k IU. Awaiting for the reply. Thank you.

Complaints: Pain in right Tibia, Bone extension found Pain in leg. What to do next? Bone scan report

I started having leg joint pains at the age of 33. My Bone mass density is very low. How to increase. Any food diet to be followed to improve Calcium in body ?

I am 24 years old male how can increase bone thickness and strength , can i do this at this age , please suggest some foods

How long should I wait to get a bone mineral density test after undergoing a contrast MRI. Does the contrast stay in the body and interfere with the BMD test?

Please check my reports and what should be done for increasing bone density. My vitamin d3 level is 11.5

Hello, i want to know the difference between Bone Scan and pet scan. Which one is good to diagnose cancer?

I have done my nt scan at 11 weeks 3 days nt scan says nasal bone hypoplasia pls suggest...at the time of scan dr told me baby position was not good ...pls suggest

I am having back pain from 3 years. Doctor suggested me to take dexa scan. My bone density t score was -1.8 . I took calcium tablets and vitamin D. I took more than 6 months. Still I have got back pain. Kindly suggest. Other reports were normal.

I've got fractured bone Not united yet Checked bone density Got t score as-5 What does it mean Can I go forward to surgery with that

I got my bone density checked and it is -2.6 .is it a reason for concern and are any other investigation s required.

Can i have shelcal hd bone density less -2 and on magnesium citrate and carnisure for muscle pain for how long can take if suggested thanks Dhruv

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