If you have a family history of osteoporosis as well as any of the treatments for breast cancer or ovarian shut down as cited in the graphic (above). We recommend you speak with your doctor about getting a DEXA scan. This scan is also known as a bone density test. This will help measure bone loss from a baseline and over time. If you are found to be on the decline (incurring bone loss) there are medications known as bisphosphonates to help prevent and treat osteoporosis: Fosa