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Osteoporosis medications: Must they be taken indefinitely?
Mayo Clinic — Sometimes osteoporosis medications must be taken for life - but not always. Whether you must take osteoporosis medications for life depends on the type of medication and your individual circumstances. The benefits of osteoporosis medications such ...More…
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Calcium supplements: Which type is best?
Mayo Clinic — When choosing calcium supplements, consider how much elemental calcium the supplements contain. The key factor to consider when buying calcium supplements is the amount of elemental calcium the supplements contain. The term "elemental calcium" . ...More…
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Chocolate: Does it impair calcium absorption?
Mayo Clinic — Chocolate contains oxalate - a naturally occurring compound in cocoa beans - which can inhibit calcium absorption. Chocolate contains oxalate - a naturally occurring compound in cocoa beans - which can inhibit the absorption of calcium. Calcium ...More…
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Fosamax and osteonecrosis: Is there a link?
Mayo Clinic — Fosamax may increase the risk of a rare but serious jaw disorder (osteonecrosis). Yes, alendronate (Fosamax) is safe for the majority of people who take it. But it may pose a risk of a rare jaw disorder (osteonecrosis of the jaw) in certain ...More…
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Bone density test
Mayo Clinic — Bone density test - Overview covers definition, risks, results of this osteoporosis-related test. Years ago, the only time osteoporosis - a disease that causes bones to become more fragile and more likely to break - could be detected was after ...More…
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Osteoporosis treatment puts brakes on bone loss
Mayo Clinic — Osteoporosis treatment raises many questions. A Mayo Clinic specialist addresses your concerns. If you're undergoing osteoporosis treatment, you're taking a step in the right direction for your bone health. But you might find yourself facing ...More…
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Calcium supplements: Should they be taken with meals?
Mayo Clinic — Some calcium supplements should be taken with meals, others on an empty stomach. Whether calcium supplements should be taken with meals depends on what the supplements contain. If your calcium supplements contain calcium carbonate, take them with ...More…
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Slide show: Exercises for osteoporosis
Mayo Clinic — Osteoporosis exercises can help you manage mild bone thinning and prevent more serious bone loss. You can prevent or treat osteoporosis by doing simple exercises to strengthen your muscles and improve your posture and balance. Correct standing ...More…
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Slide show: How to choose and use a walker
Mayo Clinic — A walker can improve your mobility. See how to use your walker. If you have difficulty balancing or you're at risk of falling, a walker can make it easier for you to get around - whether you use the walker temporarily or as a permanent aid. If ...More…