@shirleyhibb26

I took my last dose of TYMLOS yesterday!! I did the whole two years with no issues. The very first injection was uncomfortable for about 15-20 minutes, in the doctors office. Had I known to prepare for that possibility, I would have taken TYLENOL prior to the injection. It never happened again and it was smooth sailing right through until yesterday.

My numbers in the first year were much improved. I went from osteoporosis and six spinal fractures to osteopina. I will have another DEXA SCAN in September, 2026. On April 16, 2026 I will have my first annual infusion of Reclast. It has been suggested to take TYLENOL before the infusion in order to avoid flu like symptoms, drink plenty of water and do not drive myself the first time.

My doctor, (I go to a bone specialist), said Reclast is my best option because it will freeze the gains from TYMLOS better than any other drug currently available. She feels that I may only have to do the infusion every two to three years, if I follow a healthy diet and exercise plan. I do get a lot of vitamin D, Calcium and I'm working on upping my protein intake. I walk five miles every day.

I will soon have back surgery at the end of April or early May. My CT scan shows good bones. I will be getting an MRI soon. My blood work looks good. So....that's where things are now. I'm hoping for no side effects from the Reclast, a successful surgery and being able to do all the things I used to do.

I'm taking all the positive vibes and focusing on them!!!! Everyone is different, our bodies react differently and right now there is no once and done miracle drug for osteoporosis, but look at how far we have come!! Our grandmothers were not as fortunate....let's be positive and grateful.

I will keep you posted with updates after the first Reclast infusion and my back surgery.

I do have to say how much I appreciate this wonderful forum and how helpful it has been and will continue to be. I feel like I have 100 friends here who all truly care about each others well being and show concern and support for each other.
Thank you all so much.