Why don't we get regular dexa scans; we get mammograms. I was told by my gynecologist that they were not done until a woman turns 65. I broke a wrist (car wreck; airbag) at 62 and I asked the orthopedic surgeon if I should get a dexa. He said not necessary. We lose bone throughout our lives; notably after menopause. Why don't we get a dexa at menopause and perhaps every year or two after that? At this point I have severe osteoporosis and other than nasty expensive medication (plus prescription Vitamin D ongoing)I have not been given any information on what else I can do. I found some answers on the internet; not through my doctor. Sure would have been nice to have the opportunity to try to possibly hold off osteoporosis.