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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?

Posted by heritage1955 @heritage1955, Apr 1, 2016

Hi. I'm new to the site and am interested in treating osteoperosis. I'm 39 yo and recently had a bone density that showed I'm at -2.4. So, going through the intial "I can't believe it" stuff. 🙂

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cecilia1938 | @cecilia1938 | Feb 3, 2022
In reply to @windyshores "@jbcoobb2380 I do not understand why you responded with this post about timing of strontium relative..." + (show)
@windyshores

@jbcoobb2380 I do not understand why you responded with this post about timing of strontium relative to calcium. The issue with strontium is that it makes bone density look better than it is, on the DEX scan. (And strontium citrate may have the same possible cardiovascular effects as the ranelate form; that is only speculation since I have not seen studies.)

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I had leg cramps which were beyond one’s imagination. I stopped the grow bone and the horrible leg cramps disappeared

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purpleturtle | @purpleturtle | Feb 3, 2022

I am also. Thanks for your inquiry. I will be following also

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lillea | @lillea | Feb 3, 2022
In reply to @elenamayo "I am deciding between Tymlos and Evenity... The numbers are -3.4 in both spine and hips..." + (show)
@elenamayo

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.

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cheriums | @cheriums | Feb 3, 2022
In reply to @windyshores "I am not sure who is concerned about iron/mineral absorption with acid-reducing meds, and hope the..." + (show)
@windyshores

I am not sure who is concerned about iron/mineral absorption with acid-reducing meds, and hope the person sees your post.

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Everyone who takes acid-reducing meds should be concerned about it. Your prescribing doctor should be checking levels any time you need a blood draw.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Feb 3, 2022
In reply to @cheriums "Everyone who takes acid-reducing meds should be concerned about it. Your prescribing doctor should be checking..." + (show)
@cheriums

Everyone who takes acid-reducing meds should be concerned about it. Your prescribing doctor should be checking levels any time you need a blood draw.

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I am not taking acid-reducing drugs. These posts need to address someone else. I just corrected a post that said that Pepcid and Zantac are PPI's.

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ppat4pr | @ppat4pr | Feb 5, 2022
In reply to @cheriums "Everyone who takes acid-reducing meds should be concerned about it. Your prescribing doctor should be checking..." + (show)
@cheriums

Everyone who takes acid-reducing meds should be concerned about it. Your prescribing doctor should be checking levels any time you need a blood draw.

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What levels, please

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cheriums | @cheriums | Feb 6, 2022
In reply to @windyshores "I am not sure who is concerned about iron/mineral absorption with acid-reducing meds, and hope the..." + (show)
@windyshores

I am not sure who is concerned about iron/mineral absorption with acid-reducing meds, and hope the person sees your post.

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Anyone who's taking an acid reducing med should be concerned.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Feb 6, 2022
In reply to @cheriums "Anyone who's taking an acid reducing med should be concerned." + (show)
@cheriums

Anyone who's taking an acid reducing med should be concerned.

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No I meant which poster. You keep addressing me. I am not taking acid reducing meds and wanted to make sure you addressed whoever asked the question.

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cheriums | @cheriums | Feb 6, 2022
In reply to @windyshores "I am not taking acid-reducing drugs. These posts need to address someone else. I just corrected..." + (show)
@windyshores

I am not taking acid-reducing drugs. These posts need to address someone else. I just corrected a post that said that Pepcid and Zantac are PPI's.

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Yes, thank you, windy. Who is it you want to address? Go ahead?

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rashida | @rashida | Feb 9, 2022
In reply to @windyshores "I am not taking acid-reducing drugs. These posts need to address someone else. I just corrected..." + (show)
@windyshores

I am not taking acid-reducing drugs. These posts need to address someone else. I just corrected a post that said that Pepcid and Zantac are PPI's.

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@windyshores - Perhaps there are some people who confuse Pepcid with Prevacid, which is a PPI …?

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