Sore throat 2 weeks no other symptoms - Why have I had a severe sore throat for 2 weeks and no other symptoms? My doctor says it doesn't look like strep. It hurts so bad. Can you help? Hopefully strep test. & culture were done. Check for mono? Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water â gargle several times a day.
If you are age 65 and older, you should get a bone density test. Women age 60 to 64 with risk factors for osteoporosis and women over 45 who have broken any bones should also get tested. If you are age 40 to 60, you should discuss risk factors and testing with your doctor or nurse.
Bone density is measured by a painless, low-radiation X-ray, which is translated into what Cosman describes as a sort of confusing number called a T-score. Basically, the patient's bone density is compared to that of an average person between 20 and 30 years old -- the time of peak bone density in a woman's life.The lower the score the greater the risk of having a fracture.A T-score of -2.5 or below should concern a woman.o prevent porous, breakable bones as you age, you need to have sufficient calcium and vitamin D. The body uses calcium for a number of functions and will take it out of the bones faster than it can be laid down if your diet does not pump enough calcium into the pipeline.