I also was told the effect of inhaled steroids was not systemic, but only restricted to the lungs. 9 years later I had my first Dexa scan and found out I have advanced osteoporosis! When I discussed the impact on my bones with my pulmonologist he said, “ Do you want to live?”
So now, like many of the rest of you, I’m reading about all these scary side effects from the osteoporosis drugs. My doctor is starting me on Evenity.