DXA scan results

[DavidMF]

After having Polymyalgia for over 11 years and happy to stay around on 5mg Prednisolone a day.

My Doctor concerned, asked for a DXA scan. I was told your results would be sent this afternoon, that's two weeks ago, giving them time to advise me, on asking when I might hear I'm told not for a couple of weeks. Result but no other perimeters.

DXA BONE DENSITOMETRY LATERAL SPINE Result 27.08kg/m2

It's my 80th Birthday week, it would be nice to know if I dare to attend.

[PMRpro Ambassador]

Sorry. That figure in isolation is meaningless. You need the t-scores

niams.nih.gov/health-topics...

[DavidMF in reply to PMRpro]

Many thanks for such a speedy response, I'm still amazed how much you do for PMR suffers. I'll get onto my medical group and request a better answer. D

[jarn in reply to DavidMF]

Seize the day, David and go headlong into finishing your 80th! Lots to be joyful for.

[SheffieldJane]

Happy Birthday for next week David MF. I hope the bone density scan result is good news for you.x

[DavidMF in reply to SheffieldJane]

SJ Thanks, only two days to go, then another two before all the family are taking me out for dinner. DF xx

[PMRpro Ambassador in reply to DavidMF]

Make the most of it and enjoy!!!!

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to DavidMF]

Enjoy…and happy birthday 🥳

[Grammy80]

By all means, attend! and celebrate with your family~!! Happy Birthday, David~!💞

[piglette]

Is that the only information they gave you? Did you have anything with a Z or a T score?

[DavidMF]

No apart from my weight & height, the only info was just references to contact re the report.

[Gimme]

Happy Birthday and never ever miss a good party!

[Summerrental]

David, HAPPY BIRTHDAY and many, many more, have fun & enjoy your special day!

[Chiqui1950]

Enjoy your birthday David!!