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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 3, 2023 | Replies (1084)
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@mj20 Primary care doctors see Fosamax as "front line." I have had two PCP's suggest it for severe osteoporosis with fractures!

This is partly because insurance requires failing these meds before trying the bone-builders, for most patients. This needs to change because the bone-builders work best if used first.

Your osteoporosis is severe, so you should qualify for Tymlos, Forteo or Evenity. The PCP just doesn't know.

I would not take any meds while waiting a month. No need to panic either. Just be careful and maybe don't lift weights! And of course great if you can get in earlier.

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mj20 | @mj20 | Jul 11, 2022

Thank you! I thought lifting weights was the right thing to do, so I am thankful for your advice. I am also not taking calcium, so an not sure what I should do. It would be great if doctors read this forum. Ok, I'll hang in there until I can see the Dr., but maybe I can find a closer appointment with a different rheumatologist. Thanks so much for your help. Really appreciated.

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