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Anyone reversed osteoporosis without medication?
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@memuno1stborn I had my first two children at 24 and 26 and last one at 30 but had ovarian cancer so I had to have a hysterectomy in 1996 that did not help. I was on her hormone placement at that time. They stopped it at a certain age. They said I’m on forte right now. I did have a bond density test couple years ago and it told me that my worst one was -3.5 the rest were -2 or -ones the problem is the forte is not bothering me. It’s what is after that makes me nervous cause the sustain medicine with my autoimmune causes issues. This one is bothering me somewhat but not as much but the other ones because a lot of them have either kidney issues, the jaw necrosis. And the other medication they have can cause blood clots, heart attacks or strokes so you’re trying to figure out which one to choose because you can’t say on Forteo for the rest of your life only two years so what is the most safest brand that I could take after that to sustain the bone?
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@vmcgrantham, I felt the same way as you do when I started Forteo. I didn't want to take the sequential medications. It is more difficult for you because of the presence of autoimmune systems. The doctor was firm that I would have to take Reclast following Forteo.
Since the black box has been removed from Forteo, some endocrinologist are prescribing the drug for longer courses. Some are trying to figure out which patients would benefit. Rather unexpectedly the endocrinologist I see decided that I might be one who would benefit.
If I did have to quit Forteo, I would take risedronate for as short a course as possible and return to Forteo. Risedronate might be a good choice for you because it is the shortest acting, considered the weakest of the bisphosphonates.
I'm glad the Forteo isn't causing you any trouble. It's a dream drug for me. I'm on my 4th year.
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@vmcgrantham : I was specifically responding to @wishmeluck and the information she presented. Your narrative was a bit confusing but it's clear enough to know you have some genuine concerns. It appears you're asking for medical advice. I'm not qualified and it would not be ethical for me to even attempt to do so. All I can provide is my personal health journey and, hopefully, in doing so, to let others know they are not alone; and, offer encouragement to let others know challenges can be overcome.
I have a sister with cancer and she has a team to provide direction in her medical care. I don't want to add to your frustrations, but have you checked with your oncologist and/or an endocrinologist who understands how to combine treatments of care with osteoporosis and cancer issues. I understand your frustrations, fears, and concerns and will pray that you get the answers you need to have a quality of life free of doubt.