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Important Questions You Should Ask Your Doctor
- How severe is my osteoporosis?
- Could my osteoporosis be the result of another disease?
- Could my medications be causing or exacerbating my osteoporosis?
- Could any of my medications affect my balance? If so, is it possible to change the drugs or the dosage?
- In my case, which lifestyle changes are particularly important for protecting my bones?
- Should I be taking estrogen or testosterone?
- What other medications, if any, should I take?
- What are the potential side effects of these medications?
- Is there anything else I can do to prevent fractures?
- Is there anything I should tell members of my family about the ways they can reduce their risk of getting osteoporosis?