Sore throat 2 weeks no other symptoms - Why have I had a severe sore throat for 2 weeks and no other symptoms? My doctor says it doesn't look like strep. It hurts so bad. Can you help? Hopefully strep test. & culture were done. Check for mono? Saltwater gargles: mix 1 tsp salt in 8 oz warm water â gargle several times a day.
If you are age 65 and older, you should get a bone density test. Women age 60 to 64 with risk factors for osteoporosis and women over 45 who have broken any bones should also get tested. If you are age 40 to 60, you should discuss risk factors and testing with your doctor or nurse.
1 Bone mineral density (BMD) estimates the true mass of bone. 2  BMD analysis is recommended for women between ages 50 and 65 with risk factors for osteoporosis and for all women over the age of 65. 3  In addition, men and women taking certain medications or having certain diseases should discuss testing with their doctor.