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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Sep 2 10:11am | Replies (1085)Comment receiving replies
@barbiep I was in pretty much the same position since I had osteopenia in January 2014 but never had another DEXA unit I fractured in 2019 and I suggested it. Plus, I was on prednisone which is a known problem for bones.
I confronted the doctor and he gave three flimsy excuses. I really had a good rapport with him but I just cannot risk my health if he lets things fall through the cracks like that so I have since changed PCPs. I actually miss him!
JK
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@barbie60 I'm a few months shy of age 90, on prednisone since January for Giant Cell Arteritis, fortunately tapered down to 4 mg. A year ago my DEXA scan iowest T score was for my right hip, at 3.2, Z score was - 0.6. Now, of course I don't know how much my GCA treatment with prednisone has affected my bones. I had one injection of Prolia when my GCA was diagnosed . Now my doctor (Internal Medicine) suggests I consider other osteoporosis drugs and he set up an appointment with an endocrinologist. So I am especially interested in this discussion.
In the past I have taken several drugs such as Fosomax and Evista. besides Prolia, and also had intervals without any osteoporosis drug. My only fracture has been a fall on ice that resulted in a broken ankle 50 years ago. I am especially interested in the experience of very elderly women. Do they experience more serious side effects?
I have been eating milk products - yogurt, whole milk, cheese - to replace some of my calcium requirements since I like them and they agree with me. My doctor suggests I eat other calcium rich food instead . Do other people find that dropping milk benefits them?
Thanks Barbie60 and the others who have posted information.