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Medicines letrozoleQuestion & answer

letrozole · Medicine question

Why are bone scans used?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Answer

Lower oestrogen levels can reduce bone density and increase fracture risk, so scans help identify and monitor osteoporosis.

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Femara 2.5 mg Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 35
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