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Good evening, @osteoresearch. Welcome to Connect. It appears that you are diving right into one of our forum's great benefits: the importance of sharing current experiences from real folks who can respond immediately.
I am taking Fosamax now after two years of Tymlos. I have had no side effects and will be able to base my recommendation on the results of my Dexascan this summer.
May you be safe, protected and free from inner and outer harm.
Chris
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Hello Chris, I am thinking of doing the same thing, using a bone building medication first like Tymlos, followed by an antiresorptive like Fosamax in order to maintain the bone building gains Tymlos provides.
Why did your dr start you on Tymlos first? I ask this because so many patients seem to be started on Fosamax which is not a bone builder like Tymlos.
For reference, my T-score on my hips are -2.7 and -2.8 on the other. I am in my 60s.
Were your T-scores similar when you began your Tymlos?
What kind of dr did you use when you initiated the use of Tymlos, a GYN, general dir, orthopedist or an endocrinologist?
It's hard to figure out who to go to because the main thing is one does not always know the dr's philosophy/approach about treating osteoporosis or if they are fully immersed in understanding it. How does one navigate finding a dr that fits your needs? I which they had a comprehensive 'label' of sorts so we could know before we make an appointment.
Thank you.
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Glad to hear that about Tymlos. I will be interested in hearing your results! Good luck and wish you all the best!