Prevalence of risk factors for osteoporosis in 242 patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
| Risk factor | Prevalence (%) |
|---|---|
| Currently taking oral corticosteroids | 176 (72.7) |
| Ever had intravenous pulse steroids | 63 (26) |
| Ever had prednisolone >10 mg/day | 179 (74) |
| Ever had prednisolone >29 mg/day | 61 (25.2) |
| Ever smoked | 85 (35.1) |
| Ever had alcohol >20 units/week | 4 (1.7) |
| Ever avoided dairy products | 28 (11.6) |
| Ever confined to bed for >2 months | 28 (11.6) |