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Results 1 - 10 of 13 for Increased density of long bones
  1. Calcium in diet 
    Increased calcium for a limited period of time does not normally ... with lactose intolerance have trouble digesting lactose, the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002412.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Compression fractures of the back 
    ... you avoid bone loss. Women should have their bone density checked at age 65, or earlier if you are at increased risk for osteoporosis.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000443.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Bone mineral density test 
    ... kilograms per square meter) Significant loss of height Long-term tobacco or excessive alcohol use
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007197.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Anorexia 
    ... food and calories. Weight management may be hard. Long-term treatment may be needed to stay at a healthy weight.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000362.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Hyperparathyroidism 
    ... the body into the urine Other tests include: Bone density exam ... neck scan (to identify the location of the parathyroid adenoma)
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001215.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Osteoporosis 
    ... bed due to a prolonged illness (mostly affects bones in children) Having ... for long periods of time A family history of osteoporosis ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000360.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Exogenous Cushing syndrome 
    ... high cholesterol Increased risk for blood clots Weak bones ( osteoporosis ) and increased risk for fractures These complications can generally be prevented with proper treatment.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000389.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Osteitis fibrosa 
    ... Too much parathyroid hormone (hyperparathyroidism) can lead to increased bone breakdown, which can cause bones to become weaker ... also be abnormal. A bone x-ray or bone density test may be done. People with hyperparathyroidism are ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001252.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Menopause 
    ... your last period. Your provider may order a bone density test to look for bone loss related to osteoporosis. This bone density test is recommended for all women at age ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000894.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Herniated disk 
    ... herniated disk by a spine x-ray alone. Bone density tests to check your bone quality. If your bone is weak, you may ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000442.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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