Osteoporosis is defined by a T score of -2.5 or lower.
In other words, identifying a group that is at risk for developing a disease.
Other Risk Factors for Fracture
Osteopenia is only one risk factor for fracture.
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Should patients with osteopenia be treated with medications to prevent progression to osteoporosis?
Still, there is inconsistency in what is recommended for people with osteopenia.
Is treating osteopenia necessary or even cost-effective?
Many experts believe that treating osteopenia with medications would not be cost-effective.
Assessing all of the risk factors is the best way to decide whether treatment with osteoporosis medications is indicated.
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