Approximately 8 million women in the United States live with osteoporosis, and half of all women over 50 with the disease will break a bone as a result. A diagnosis of osteoporosis can be overwhelming, but it’s important to be educated about the disease. The first step? Sprechen Sie mit Ihrem Arzt.
Shared decision-making between you and your doctor can help you take steps to reduce fracture risk and find treatment options that can help reduce bone loss.
You may find it helpful to use these questions as a starting point to discuss treatment options – and their benefits, risks and costs – with your doctor to determine which options are best for you.
Downloadable Resource: Questions to Ask If You Have Been Diagnosed with Osteoporosis >>
This educational resource was created with support from Sandoz, a member of the HealthyWomen Corporate Advisory Council.
