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What Does This Bone Scan Report Indicate?

. Maria is 50 years old. During a checkup, a bone scan reveals that portions of her skeleton show greater than normal demineralization. After reviewing the test results, her physician suggests hormone therapy. What hormone will she prescribe for her patient and why?
Mon, 23 Nov 2015
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Estrogen should be given to help with remineralization as it helps to prevent conditions like osteoporosis and so on. Hope this helps.

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What Does This Bone Scan Report Indicate?

Hi Estrogen should be given to help with remineralization as it helps to prevent conditions like osteoporosis and so on. Hope this helps. Best wishes.