Bone Mineral Density

DEXA Scan

How It Feels

A bone mineral density test does not cause pain. If you have back pain, it may be uncomfortable to lie still on a table during the scan.


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Author: Jan Nissl, RN, BSLast Updated: October 4, 2006
Medical Review: Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine
Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine

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 Why It Is Done
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 How It Is Done
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 Risks
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 What Affects the Test
 What To Think About
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