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Recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and I am terrified
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Jan 2 5:23pm | Replies (164)Comment receiving replies
@glnamcgr
I asked AI to find this article. It found it in an article from a medical magazine. I get the gist, so didn't ask for it. AI is sending me an article on DEXA scans and alternatives to meds. I am using resistance bands, go to Pilates and take calcium & magnesium glycinate. I've just had it with side effects. My friend's doc told her, "If you're not going to take my medicine, then you don't need a bone density scan." My specialist said essentially the same thing to me. I told my internist and he said he could order it for me.
I just came off of Prolia after 1 injection. I had really bad muscle cramps afterwards.
Thanks for your input.
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@vagirl57 I had terrible experience with Prolia one injection- terrible muscle cramps-bleeding gums and hair loss. Then I was put on actonel WORSE -to this day I have severe reflux- cannot swallow some foods. Had to go to ER- thought I was having heart issues- but severe gerd which I NEVER had in my life. SO now I am off osteoporosis drugs. Will look into algae cal.
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@vagirl57 The article, “How a bone disease grew to fit a Prescription” can be found on npr.com all things considered.
And, yes, I believe it is common practice for doctors to disallow a DEXA scan if you tell them you’re not interested in bone meds. I’m sure I will never be able to get another one, nor do I want one. I’m going to assume my bones will continue to deteriorate, but I’m also going to continue to build stronger and stronger muscles, which will improve my strength and balance. Continue living my life to the fullest and pray that I don’t fall!