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Newbie confused by doctor options to choose, including Keith McCormick
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McCormick did Forteo himself and has done well. He broke cortical bone. I did Tymlos first and my hip (including cortical) gained quite a bit. I think it is reasonable to do Tymlos first and then Evenity. McCormick is a big fan of Evenity right now, it seems, but the other meds are good too. You can do Tymlos, covered by insurance, and if gains are not enough, iinsurance should then cover Evenity. That is what I am doing. Just my two cents!
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Interesting to hear different doctors' take on which med. The doc I consulted is pretty experienced in treating osteo for years now. The recco for me was to take Tymlos. I asked about Evenity and doc had strong opinions against it - won't prescribe or recommend Evenity to patients right now. Feels it's still too new, without enough real-world results yet and is leery on the elevated heart risks seen in some patient results.
This doc is fairly cautious/conservative though. So take that for what it's worth. As we know, other docs feel differently. Is it any wonder we're confused? lol
For the person asking about a Mayo consult via zoom - they refused when i tried. They said first appt MUST be in person, regardless of where the patient lives. Won't do virtual. 🙁
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I have an aortic heart valve leak that is being watch, (along with a mitral valve leak that most 77 year old people have that is not concerning). I have read that Evenity is not good for patients with heart problems, but I do not know if this is true. I am still trying to decide between Fosomax or Reclast treatment which I will have in July when my Forteo stops.
I hope your Reclast infusion goes well in June. Will you have it at Ma Gen?