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Osteoporosis Treatment in Ahmedabad

Osteoporosis makes bones thin and fragile, so they break easily, often without any warning symptoms. Dr. Moxit Shah, DM Endocrinology, diagnoses and treats Osteoporosis at Vishuddha Diabetes, Thyroid, Weight Loss Clinic, Ahmedabad, looking for hidden hormonal causes and aiming to prevent fractures.

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Who Is at Risk of Osteoporosis?

  • Women after menopause and older men
  • Long-term use of steroid medicines
  • Low Vitamin D, low body weight, smoking and alcohol
  • Thyroid or parathyroid disease, Diabetes, and early menopause
  • A previous fracture from a minor fall, or a family history of hip fracture

Diagnosis

Osteoporosis is diagnosed with a DXA (bone density) scan of the spine and hip; a T-score of −2.5 or lower confirms it. Blood tests such as Vitamin D, Calcium, PTH, thyroid and kidney function help find treatable causes.

Treatment Options

  • Calcium and Vitamin D correction through diet and supplements
  • Weight-bearing exercise and fall prevention
  • Bone-strengthening medicines such as Alendronate, Zoledronic Acid and Denosumab
  • Bone-building treatment such as Teriparatide for severe Osteoporosis or multiple fractures

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should get a DXA scan?

Women aged 65 and above and men aged 70 and above, and younger adults with risk factors such as long-term steroid use, early menopause or a fracture after a minor fall.

Is Calcium alone enough to treat Osteoporosis?

Usually not. Calcium and Vitamin D support bone health, but established Osteoporosis generally needs a bone-strengthening medicine to lower fracture risk.

Can bone density improve with treatment?

Yes. With the right treatment, bone density often improves and, most importantly, the risk of fractures goes down.

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