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Is calcium citrate better than a calcium carbonate supplement?
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About osteoporosis
Should I tell my employers that I have osteoporosis?
What type of specialist do I see for osteoporosis?
Can you die from Osteoporosis?
Risk factors for osteoporosis
Can over-exercising cause osteoporosis?
Do steroids affect my bones?
Scans and tests
Is there a blood test for osteoporosis?
How do I know if I’m getting enough calcium? Will a blood test tell me?
Where is the "neck region" on my bone density scan results?
Is a REMS scan useful for osteoporosis?
Drug treatments
What should I do if I'm having trouble deciding whether to take an osteoporosis medicine?
What can I expect when starting my osteoporosis medication?
I'm concerned about side effects or health risks that might affect me in the longer term
Can I have my denosumab injection the same day as my flu and covid vaccines?
What are the different types of HRT, and do they all help my bone health?
What are my options if the side effects of the osteoporosis drugs are too much?
How do I take my osteoporosis tablet correctly?
Can I improve my bone health naturally without drugs?
Living with fracture
Can a TENS machine help with my pain?
Are spinal fractures painful?
How long does a spinal fracture take to heal?
I'm frightened of falling and breaking bones – what can I do?
How does osteoporosis cause height loss or a curved back?
Will a corset or brace help me after spinal fractures?
Can you have fractures without knowing?
How might spinal fractures affect how my clothes fit, and how I feel about myself?
Lifestyle for bone health
Do I need to take a calcium supplement?
Can I improve my bone health naturally without drugs?
How do I know if I’m getting enough calcium? Will a blood test tell me?
Is calcium citrate better than a calcium carbonate supplement?
What positive lifestyle measures can I take for my bones?
Can wearing a weighted vest help to make my bones stronger?
Related conditions
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