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)?