Lost height

@npolanco Who informed you that your CTX has to be 200 or better to extract a molar?

@JustinMcClanahan I have to take levothyroxine since my thyroid was killed with radioactive iodine back in 2010. I am petite and short and have lost only about 1 inch of height and have taken Fosemax several years, then Boniva, and now I have had a year of Evenity infusions. I am supposed to take Reclast now to maintain the gains I got on my DEXA from taking the Evenity. I am scared of the side effects of Reclast. If someone has a thyroid condition could that mean I might have side effects. I didn't have any side effects from Evenity but I am hearing about the flu symptoms, having to be hydrated and taking Tylenol. This is scary. I am 78 and am otherwise healthy. I have a new grandson, so I want to be able to hold him. I exercise and take Calcium and other supplements to help my bones.

@cecliabaker and all...How great you are in good health other than osteoporosis. I suffer frofrom multiple autoimmune diseases, with regular steroid use over decades to put flares in remission. And a bunch of other stuff. So, medications and side accents are a regular concern for me. My body reacts to new chemicals, so I frequently deal with reactions. I do a lot of research on each drug I consider. I have open, frank discussions with every doctor about my diagnosis and treatments. I learned years ago I must be my own advocate. I am in control of my health care and must make informed, logical, clear decisions. My doctors at Mayo are wonderful and we are indeed a team.
That said, it is tough. Exhausting. Difficult. And, at times, challenging to do the work as you deal with illnesses. But, I take a break, zone out on a movie or meditation, then re-focus. Noone else will do this, so I better!
Ah, the Reclast infusions.
3 years ago, I agreed with my doctor to have the 1st of 2 Reclast IV infusions, after my usual questions and research. Yep! Had every side effects the medication listed. But, no allergic reactions or abnormal issues. I was a very sick woman for about a week. Alone in my condo, in screaming pain, nausea, fever, headache, and more. I told myself throughout those days this is temporary. It will pass. The doc says its not abnormal. This is helping me... I 'll be less likely to die from a fall and broken hip, or have another broken vertebrae, so it is worth it. I can make it since it's going to end and I'll be better!

It did pass. I have fallen since, a couple of serious falls that easily could have cause breakage and more disability. They didn't.

I thonk it was wise to have the infusion. BUT... I did and will not have a 2nd one! Done! I'm thankful for the benefits, but that's it. No more. Won't put my body or spirit through that again. And, I now have serious muscle issues to handle, so I move forward.

Hope this helps you a bit. Yes, glad I did it. Do it a 2nd time? Nope!

And, no dental work for a years after the infusion

Blessings. I pray you do well as you walk this crazy journey... Elizabeth

So sorry that you’re going through this. I had that surgery in the Spring of 2023. At the time I don’t believe they knew how fragile my bones were and as a result more fractures (compression) occurred. Lost 4” total by the Fall - this year my insides seem to have settled in and my stomach definitely doesn’t protrude as much. Walking has helped me and using a heating pad brings some relief from pain. For lower back pain. It was helpful to walk backwards - if stuck inside you can walk forward then backwards over and over - while listening to music or watching a program on the TV. There are pt exercises you can do as well but you would want to have a physical therapist who understands your condition so that they don’t cause more harm than good. It took almost a year to get to manageable pain but these past two years have been so much better. I’m able to be more active since having PT and I continue to use some of the exercises at home to help maintain what I’ve gained in mobility, strength, and pain relief. Praying for you. 🙏🏼

@rjd thank you for your message. I am enrolled in Medicare Advantage Plan . PCP dentist at clinic información me they will not do anything until the CTX is 200