what are your symptoms from Osteoporosis ?

Yes. I am finding out that the way I bend and lift has alot to do with it.

My PAIN was misdiagnosed as OA. For 30 YEARS! Because they saw it on the XRAYS. It turned out that my pain was from inflammation caused by GOUTY ARTHRITIS! I learned about tart cherry capsules from this group. Took my pain away entirely. Asked my dr. to test for gout (uric acid). YEP. out of range. Please put me on the Allopurinol. Not uric acid is in range and I have no pain. The exception is where I have HORRID arthritis in my neck and the weather changes. Barometric pressure and eating foods high in purines (not good when one has gout) cause inflammatory pain. Many times we acquire "fractures"and they are hidden as we age. We get pain from those hidden fractures too!

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@sueinmn
I take calcium daily, and get a shot of Prolia twice a year.

In 2006 I was diagnosed with Hypercalcemia. I had a tumor on a parathyroid gland. My blood calcium levels went high and made me sick. Surgery got rid of the tumor but I was left with a kidney stone, and osteoporosis.

Arthritis pain instead of osteoporosis?
I’ve had both knees replaced, 4 surgeries on one hand, and arthoplasty on one thumb because of arthritis .

How are you dealing…?

I am advised to have DEXA scans every other year. I’m 75 and have done so for decades.
My sister does none. Neither of us has fallen. Our mom fell a few times and never broke anything. We wonder if genes are a factor for us.

It is useful to note that DEXA numbers can indicate osteopenia as well as somewhat of a warning.
My numbers went from osteopenia to normal on Evista plus calcium and Vitamin D.
I’ve stopped the Evista until the next DEXA in a year. If I’m not at normal numbers I’ll go back to Evista again.

that is right @SusanEllen66 ! You don't need to have symptoms! I had symptoms for 30 years. turns out it was from GOUT! Lazy dr's didn't look past the OA! Now that I take gout medicine, I don't have much pain. 30 YEARS!!! Its the inflammation which is a symptom that causes pain. Now, I can tell when my body slows down in the cold weather that the OA just makes me slower than usual. It's the feeling of "bones" on "bones" with not the smooth rhythm of muscles gliding and facilitation of movement. Good luck and I hope you stay pain free!

Hello, My symptoms were bone pain....thats about it though! I had no clue i had it up until my vitamin d tests showed vitamin d deficiency and my parathyroid hormone is high. Because i had a full hysterectomy and went years without estrogen, i now have this! I am 45 years old mind you will be 46 in august. I have a very rare bone disease called Melorheostosis or some call it Leri's Disease.
I wish you nothing but the best

Which foods are high in purines? TY

@barbaradh for each person it’s a little different and their triggers will be different so here’s a general list. I pulled off the Internet that might be helpful. For example, I don’t find that eating lamb is triggering for me and small amounts of oatmeal like in a bread are OK but when I start getting really uncomfortable, I find that it’s usually been a few days of eating purine laid in foods altogether that becomes the problem. When I was younger and first started down this road, the very most common things to get rid of were beer, red meats, and mushrooms and red wine. All high in purines—which break down into uric acid and can trigger gout—include organ meats (liver, kidney), red meats (beef, lamb, pork), game meats, and certain seafood (anchovies, sardines, mussels, scallops, mackerel). Alcohol (especially beer) and foods high in fructose/high-fructose corn syrup also increase risk.
Top High-Purine Foods to Limit or Avoid
Organ Meats: Liver, kidney, sweetbreads, heart, brain, and game meats.
Seafood: Anchovies, sardines, mackerel, shellfish (crab, lobster), scallops, mussels, codfish, and herring.
Red Meats: Beef, lamb, and pork, particularly in large amounts.
Processed Meats: Bacon, turkey, and venison.
Alcoholic Beverages: Beer is high in purines, while all alcohol can hinder the elimination of uric acid.
Sugary Foods/Drinks: Sodas, fruit juices, and snacks containing high-fructose corn syrup. Other Sources
Yeast Extracts: Found in some processed foods, canned soups, and bouillon cubes.
Specific Veggies (Moderate Purines): While plant-based purines are generally less harmful, some, like spinach, asparagus, and lentils, contain moderate levels, though they are usually fine to eat.
Key Takeaways for Management
To reduce uric acid, emphasize a diet with lower-fat meats (chicken, turkey), low-fat dairy, vegetables, and plenty of water. For detailed advice, Gout Education offers a comprehensive list of foods to avoid.
No matter what you eat if you offset it with adequate and more than adequate amounts of water and water with a little squeeze of lemon in it several times a day you will feel a lot better!!!