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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 3, 2023 | Replies (1084)
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@toni7

My appointment is scheduled for August 16th. I have a question ... I posted my question this morning only I don't see it. It's possible I posted on Bones, Joints and Muscles or other places. I don't quite understand how Forteo and Tymlos work. Do these drugs build new bones while breaking down old bones? Or do they build new bones alongside the old bones? Or do they simply make the old bones stronger and more dense?
I do always have a list of questions with me. Needless to say, not all doctors like it. My previous endocrinologist did not like it, he briefly nodded yes or no to one or two questions, then walked out. Whereas my primary physician loves and encourages me to do that. I will post my experience with this new endocrinologist ... I pray he will walk me thru the right path. Thank you for your response.
Have a fantastic day,
Toni

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Chris Trout, Volunteer Mentor | @artscaping | Jul 15, 2022

Good morning @toni7 .......you are right where I was 3 years ago. I had the same questions. I learned a lot about Tymlos and Forteo by visiting the websites. Both producers have phone numbers you can call and talk to a medical professional. I found that to be helpful. They also have access to the research staff and can get some of those important questions answered at the source. Here is the number for Amgen which produces Evenity and Prolia. 800 772 6536.

I know that we worry about biased responses because of the relationship with the producer. I never felt that......in my conversations with these folks. And they acknowledged and handled "negative" inquiries well.

So you have experienced doctors who don't like questions. I prepared a list of 14 questions for my appointment today with the Urology surgeon I will have next week for bladder sling surgery. She requested this extra pre-surgery meeting so I hope it is positive and helpful.

I will look for your new information after your appointment with the endocrinologist. Thanks for staying in touch. Your contributions are helpful to so many members.

May you be safe, protected and free from inner and outer harm.
Chris

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