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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 3, 2023 | Replies (1084)Comment receiving replies
I am deciding between Tymlos and Evenity... The numbers are -3.4 in both spine and hips (although total hips are -3.0), but healthy otherwise. One doc recommends Tymlos, another doc says Evenity for its better effect on the hips. Concern with Evenity is a) it's very new, and b) its increased risk of cardiovascular events. Do doctors that prescribe Evenity also put people on blood pressure meds to relax blood vessels? Seems intuitive that the blood pressure meds could preempt heart attacks and strokes. Hoping to hear what justifications your doctors have given you for either drug and the side effect management. Thanks all in advance.
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As i understand in reading about Evenity, the risk for cardiovascular events is listed as a side effect IF you already have cardiovascular issues. My family has some history with heart issues so my doctor had me get a Coronary Artery Calcium Score which is a CT scan. Insurance covered it but the lab said if I paid for it myself it would cost $150. My results were the best possible. I plan to start Evenity next month and will be posting more about me and my experience. You can find more info by accessing Evenity.com.