10 Osteopenia Symptoms
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2. Close Relatives with Osteoporosis
The medical history of a family’s older adults can be a strong indicator of the state of an individual’s bone health. If senior family members had poor posture, fractures and diminished stature, it is likely they had osteoporosis.
Although osteopenia has very few symptoms, a weak posture and fractures are signs that the bones could be thinning. It is always best to make an appointment with a doctor to obtain a diagnosis if osteopenia is suspected.
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