21 - 30 of 63 results for "Bone Densitometry"
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Osteoporosis
Find out about osteoporosis, a health condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to break.
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Rickets and osteomalacia
Find out about rickets and osteomalacia, where the bones become soft and weak.
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Symptoms of myeloma
Including bone pain, feeling tired, shortness of breath, feeling thirsty and peeing more often.
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Spondylolisthesis
Find out about spondylolisthesis, where a bone in the spine (vertebra) slips out of position, including what the symptoms are and how it's treated.
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When it is used
A DEXA scan is used to measure bone density and assess the risk of bone fractures.
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What to do if your child has an accident
Advice about cuts, burns, shock, swallowing button batteries, electrocution and broken bones.
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Osteoporosis - Treatment
Treating osteoporosis involves treating and preventing fractures and using medication to strengthen bones.
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Cervical spondylosis
Find out about cervical spondylosis, which is the medical term for neck pain caused by age-related "wear and tear" to bones in the neck area of the spine and the soft cushions of tissue (discs) in the neck.
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Stem cell transplant
Read about stem cell or bone marrow transplants, including why they're used, what's involved, and what the potential risks are.
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Osteoporosis - Causes
Osteoporosis causes bones to become less dense and more fragile.