Prior to a follow up appointment with my endocrinologist on January 4, she ordered a DEXA scan and bloodwork. The DEXA indicated further bone loss since the previous test on May of 2021 resulting in scores of -5.2 in spine, -5.1 in femoral neck and -4.7 total hip; bloodwork was normal. After more than a year of intense research and worry, I decided to start treatment. On February 1, I had my first set of EVENITY injections, my doctor's first choice. It was easier than many other shots I've had, and I had no immediate side effects, not even a headache! I slept extremely well that night, and for the next several days. I had none of the possible side effects that could happen except for minor pain at the injection site. (I had both injections in my right arm.)
Obviously, I am extremely relieved to have things go so well thus far, and grateful for the patience and guidance received from my endocrinologist. I'm looking forward to March 1 when I will get my next injections. Also, I am grateful there appears to be something that can improve my bone health. I am now even more encouraged to take other steps that will improve my bone numbers and overall health. I just reached 77, am mostly otherwise healthy, and I am fairly active. Despite years of living with Osteoporosis, I have yet to break a bone, though I have fallen on a tennis court and stone floors/stairs more than once. I'm also grateful to my supportive husband. Life is good! Thanks to all of you who have encouraged me by sharing your very helpful experiences, knowledge, resources and suggestions. May we all be well and fracture free. Finally, thank you Mayo Clinic Connect for offering this very helpful site.
Kolika