(Pierroz, 2012) The diagnosis of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women and older men can be made by comparing bone mineral density (BMD) measurements to average peak bone mass in young adults. The radiologist uses medical records from previous exams and medical history to assess the risks of bone fractures that could lead to osteoporosis and evaluate any changes in the patient's height and posture. A bone mineral density (BMD) test measures the density of minerals such as calcium in the bones using a special X-ray or computed tomography scan. This information is used to estimate the strength of your bones. Treatment of secondary osteoporosis is more complex than treatment of primary osteoporosis and depends on the underlying disease. In secondary osteoporosis, treatment may include treating the underlying cause of the disease. Some of the methods used to treat osteoporosis are also methods used to prevent its development. The diagnosis of primary osteoporosis is made in the presence of reduced bone mass or a characteristic fracture that cannot be attributed to other causes.