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Reclast Infusions: Side-effects & Recovery time
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Sep 26 10:36pm | Replies (796)Comment receiving replies
I see my general practitioner tomorrow. The doctor that prescribed it said he had never heard of this kind of reaction and the ER doctor was totally in the dark. The prescribing doctor said it must be working since the inflammation was in each of the joints. This morning my right foot was so swollen that all of my toes were pointing straight up. The pain is almost to the point of being unbearable. And yes, thoughts of just ending it have gone through my head but the repercussions of that keep me from doing it. I don't want anyone to have to clean up the mess!
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I had a similar, less severe reaction to my first Reclast infusion last November. My right knee swelled up and hurt very badly and I could barely hobble around the house! I put cold packs on it and laid on the couch and it went away after a few days. I had no previous knee problems.
Now, almost 4 months later, I have some arthritis like pains in my hands in the morning that are mild but get better as I move them.
I’ve had good results from the meds but I’m taking a break - maybe for a year (after this year).
I want to not take this. It is not just one time you take it 2 or 3 times. Choice die from broken hip or be miserable with side effects that make you want to break your hip
@cindydee Please find a spine care doctor who will listen to you and take your symptoms seriously (not jut "I've never seen anything like this." there's got to be somewhere th doctor can go to for answers (like the company that makes Reclast). The doctor would have a better chance of finding someone there that could help. iAnd your pain could be better controlled in a hospital. If you have gotten to the point where you are considering "ending it", as you say, let every doctor you see know that. They should be able to help or get you referred to a pain specialist. Keep fighting for yourself until you get the help you need!! You are worth it!
P.s. Stay well hydrated!! It can help if you have excess fluid in the body (swelling of your tissues). and keep your poor feet elevated.
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As a retired nurse....I would suggest a second opinion. Preferably an MD with experience with Reclast. Hang on...see the 2nd opinion. I am sorry you're having this problem.