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BMD is the abbreviation for bone mineral density. BMD test measures the density of minerals (such as calcium) in your bones to estimate the strength of your bones.

The measurement is done by using a special X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, or ultrasound.

With age we all lose some bone mass. The bones become thinner (osteopenia) as you grow older because existing bone is broken down faster than new bone is made. As this happen, our bones lose calcium and other minerals and become lighter, less dense, and more porous. This makes the bones weaker and increases the chance that they might break causing fractures.

With further bone loss, osteopenia leads to osteoporosis. So the thicker your bones are, the longer it takes to get osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is most common in women older than age 65, but can occur in men as well.

There are ways that you can do to increase your bone strength if you bone density is lower than normal and reduce your chances of having a fracture. By increasing the consumption of calcium and vitamin D supplements with exercises (walking) you can increase the density of your bone. Weight training or taking medicines can also help you with your bone density. If you are concern about your bone density, talk to your health care provider, he or she will be able to direct you.

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