Your Guide to Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis Prevention
Published: Feb 28, 2024
Preventing glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis is key to maintaining healthy bones while on medication. Discover the guidelines for keeping your bones strong.
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Evaluating Fracture Risk
Assessing fracture risk is crucial for anyone starting or on glucocorticoid therapy. Doctors use tools like FRAX to predict the 10-year fracture risk, allowing for tailored prevention strategies. Evaluations focus on clinical risk factors and bone density measurements for comprehensive risk assessments.
Importance of Bone Density Testing
Bone density tests are vital for detecting early signs of bone loss. Dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scans of the hip and spine provide important insights into bone health, helping to guide prevention and treatment plans.
Role of Vitamin D
Vitamin D plays a critical role in bone health, especially for those on glucocorticoid therapy. Supplementing with vitamin D can help offset some of the bone-loss effects, and doctors often recommend testing vitamin D levels to tailor supplementation needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Through clinical evaluations and tools like FRAX.
They help detect early bone loss and guide treatment.
It helps maintain bone health and counteract glucocorticoid effects.
Within three months of starting glucocorticoid therapy.
Key Takeaways
Following guidelines can help prevent fractures and maintain your bone health.
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References
Humphrey MB, Russell L, Danila MI, et al. 2022 American College of Rheumatology Guideline for the Prevention and Treatment of Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis. Arthritis Care Res (Hoboken) 2023; 75:2405.
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