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There typically are no symptoms in the early stages but once your bones have been weakened by osteoporosis, you may have signs and symptoms that include: Back pain, caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra. Loss of height occurs over time.Doctors order a bone density test to assess for osteoporosis so it can be detected early.

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