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Only 2% of older men get osteoporosis screening, despite high risk and proven benefits of early treatment.
Osteoporosis affects about one in five men over 50, leading to serious fractures and worse outcomes like higher death rates and disability, yet screening remains extremely low despite high risk.
A study of male veterans found only 2% had bone density tests, but nearly half who were offered screening agreed, and half of those tested had osteoporosis or osteopenia, with many starting treatment and showing improved bone density.
Experts urge routine screening for men over 50 with risk factors, citing benefits in preventing fractures and improving survival, though misconceptions about masculinity and inconsistent guidelines continue to hinder adoption.
Solo el 2% de los hombres mayores se someten a pruebas de detección de osteoporosis, a pesar del alto riesgo y los beneficios comprobados del tratamiento precoz.