Hi. I have my first dexa scan on Friday and was wondering what to expect as I’ve not been given much info.
Are you allowed to wear metal?
Do you have to get naked/half clothed/fully clothed?
How long for results?
What is the treatment if bone density has been found to be low?
Sorry so many questions but I like to be prepared as I’m an anxious Annie. I’ve read that they don’t detect cancer.
Hi
you don’t have to be naked just wear comfy clothes , as you’ll be laying flat ,you don’t feel anything . It’s just to see where you are on the dexa graph before you go onto treatment and will have another in a few years time. It’s to check for osteoporosis.
I’ve been prescribed Adcal to help prevent osteoporosis, and exercises.
You do have to remove any metal of course, but if you choose clothing with care you’ll be able to stay exactly as you are!
hugs xxx
Moomy
Don't wear a bra with metal hooks etc.. I wore a pull on sports bra type. It only takes a few minutes x
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