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Ask Dr. Pat: Should I take Drugs for Osteoporosis?

By Womens Voices for Change

By Dr. Patricia Yarberry Allen I am a 48 year old woman and I had my last period 2 years ago. I was never very athletic and have had no interest in pursuing the fitness craze that seems to have affected all my friends. I am thin unfortunately because I have mild Crohn’s disease and have trouble gaining weight; at…

Ask Dr. Pat · Health · Menopause

Ask Dr. Pat: Can I Increase or Maintain Bone Density Without Drugs?

By Womens Voices for Change

Have a question about women’s health or menopause? Dr. Patricia Yarberry Allen may have the answer. Click here to send in your question to be posted on WVFC. Question: I am 55 years old and have not had a period for three years. My physician asked me to get my first bone density test last month. I looked up the…