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Would you start osteoporosis treatment in patients with low FRAX scores but have T scores lower than -2.5?

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Endocrinology · Boston University School of Medicine

It is a good question and it does depend on what is contributing to the FRAX score. If it is due to being on medications like prednisone or having a strong family history for early-onset fractures, it is reasonable to consider osteoporosis therapy. Age is also a significant factor. For the same bone...

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