What your doctor needs to know

Medical history for osteoporosis

During a medical history for osteoporosis, your health professional will ask about:

• Your overall health.
• Any family history of osteoporosis.
• Risk factors for osteoporosis.
• Any pain or tenderness in your bones or joints.
• Any decrease in your height.
• Any broken bones (fractures).
• What medications you are taking.
• What type of exercise you do regularly.
• Your history of smoking and alcohol use.

If you are a woman, your health professional will ask questions about changes in your monthly menstrual periods and whether you have signs of menopause.

If you are a man, your health professional will ask questions about changes in your sexual desire or your ability to function sexually.