Why is Bone Density Testing test compulsory for every woman ????

4mangopeople · Feb 22, 2010

Hello Ladies

Bone Density Testing prepares you to take steps to prevent a fracture and protects your ability to lead and independent and active lifestyle.

To know more about Bone density Testing please read my previous thread " Ladies are you in your 40's ".

Believe in the saying PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE.

winnny · Feb 24, 2010

women loose calcium after delivery.that's why!

ayurgram · Jun 24, 2010

When estrogen levels drop after menopause, loss of bone density accelerates. Actually only 15% of total body bone mass on average is lost due to estrogen related factor. A rate of approximately 1% per year beginning at about age 30 and approximately 2% per year during perimenopause and menopause, women’s bones become increasingly porous, brittle and subject to fracture.