Ogden Clinic -
Osteoporosis Quiz

Determining your osteoporosis risk.

The following are factors that can indicate a risk for osteoporosis. Check any that apply.

These Questions are worth 1 point
Gum disease or excessive tooth decay
Drink 5 or more cups of coffee or soft drinks a day
Smoke one or more packs of cigarettes a day
Drink more than two ounces of alcohol a day
Avoid milk and dairy products

These Questions are worth 2 points
Female
Caucasian or Asian
Fair complexion
Weigh under 110lbs
Relatives have had a broken hip or shoulder when past the age of 45
Relatives have lost height as they grew older

These Questions are worth 3 points
Do you have thyroid problems, epilepsy, rheumatoid arthritis, insulin-dependent diabetes, mellitus, or chronic liver problems?
Have you taken corticosteroids for a prolonged period?
Women: Have your menstrual periods stopped, become infrequent, or, if menopausal, have you avoided taking female hormones (estrogen)?