Dexa bone density scan

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. 

That’s so helpful thank you. 

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

Don't wear a bra with metal hooks etc..   I wore a pull on sports bra type.  It only takes a few minutes x

Ok and remove jewellery? 

Only if they are near your spine/hips if I remember correctly 

Thank you! 

Hi Sparkle498uk 

Re results and possible treatments - these are my experiences: after my first Dexa scan, which was requested by the oncologist, I didn’t get the results for many weeks, at a follow up oncology appointment, 10 weeks after radiotherapy. It showed mild osteopenia and I was told to make an appointment with my GP to discuss it. I started taking calcium and vitamin D supplements (Osteocare) and when I saw my GP, she checked with the practice pharmacist that they were the right levels. I had the option of being prescribed Adcal but preferred to stick with the ones I’d got myself. 
Because of the osteopenia, I have had Dexa scans every 2 years whilst on anastrozole. I had to request each scan through my GP after the first one. Each time I have had a phone call afterwards from a GP with the results, I think because it will always be reported as ‘abnormal’ due to the osteopenia. It’s got slightly worse each time but apparently not bad enough to merit bisphosphonates, which are used to treat severe osteopenia and osteoporosis. 
Hope that helps! It’s just my experiences though, and each case is different plus health trusts may vary. Love and hugs, HFxx

Thanks so much for that, that’s really reassuring xx