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My doctor has advised my wife (age 59) to take Shell Cal XT for life. Is it okay to do so, or should she get herself tested first ?
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Decision will depend on complaints :
No complaints / minimal complaints : yes . U can use Shelcal xt for long time . No need of tests .
Moderate to severe complaints : ( previous h/o osteoporosis, fractures with minimal trauma , bone pains) :
Better to get a dexa scan and find out severity of osteoporosis and decide treatment accordingly.
Severe osteoporosis cases might need medicines more than just calcium . Eg : teriparatide , Denosumab , etc..
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You can take Vit D tablet for long duration. No issues.
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Dr Prasad
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Dr. Ravikumar Chandulal Makadia
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She can take for 1 month
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