You have a unique health history. It’s important to talk with your doctor about your personal risk factors or experience with osteoporosis. By talking openly and regularly with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care.
General Tips for Gathering Information
Here are some tips that will make it easier for you to talk to your doctor:
Specific Questions to Ask Your Doctor
About Your Risk of Developing Osteoporosis
About Treatment Options
About Lifestyle Changes
About Your Outlook
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Questions to ask your healthcare provider about bone health and osteoporosis. National Osteoporosis Foundation website. Available at: https://cdn.nof.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Talking-with-your-Healthcare-Provider-checklist.pdf. Accessed June 26, 2018.
Last reviewed May 2018 by EBSCO Medical Review Board Marcie L. Sidman, MD