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Kayce1970 02/09/2015

Hey Guys;

I have asked this ? in the arthritis group but it is apparently not an active group.
Does anyone know how they do this test.
Thanks

EPagain 02/09/2015

They usually use a DEXA test.

Understand that if you have been on a lot of steroids this can leach, reduce absorption of or interfere with functions of nutrients such as Calcium, Potassium, Vitamin D, etc. This can all have negative impacts to your bones.

Plus if you are low on female hormones ie Progesterone (due to over production of natural steroid called cortisol) this can negatively impact the bones.

Reducing inflammation and stress can help reduce natural steroids and therefore help bone health.

The book Autoimmune Success covers some brain therapies to reduce your body from producing stress and Food/GI tests to reduce inflammation. If you want more info on that you can go to www.AMSchneider.com

Best wishes,
EP

Orsova 02/09/2015

I had a bone scan because I had been on steroids.

I lay on a couch, fully clothed, and the technician ran a 'wand' over my body. It was completely painless.

STEVP 02/10/2015

I get a scan at least every two years, it may be every year. The procedure is short, easy and painless.

I take phosomax (sp?) weekly. I have been on this for three years.

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