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Tymlos and Elevated Blood Calcium Scores

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Feb 5 1:39pm | Replies (28)

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@bayhorse

Thank you so much for your thoughtful reply. It did help allay my fears. My cardiologist had ordered a nuclear stress test last year to determine how well blood was moving, and even though I have a 20 percent blockage in one artery, the test came out within normal parameters. He felt that since blood was moving well, there was no need to check further where calcifications & blockages were concerned. I just accepted his word on this, but I got very worried this week when I saw the posts about Tymlos, because at the time of the visit I was unaware that the drug could affect RCA calcium levels. I wonder now whether I should talk to him about the Tymlos since I've been on it for yet another year, but truth is, I'd hate to repeat that stress test. It was one of the worst I've ever had to undergo!

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Hi @bayhorse ,

I always think it's a good idea to share the medications you're taking with your doctors, as well as any possible side-effects that might affect your treatment. Cardiologists have a lot of technology at their disposal besides MRI's and Stress Tests. EKG's and a wearing a heart monitor for two weeks gave my cardiologist the most actionable results. Odds are that your cardiovascular system is functioning well. I'm sending prayers and good wishes your way, whatever you decide.