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Has anyone improved bone density without meds?
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 25, 2023 | Replies (487)Comment receiving replies
I’m planning to ask my physician about Tymlos since my recent DEXA results had worsened by almost 10% on hip area. It’s not horrible at -2.2 but the 10% decease is definitely concerning. Had to stop Prolia which seemed to be helping as developed jawbone necrosis after taking for many years. I haven’t heard of the oral medication, what class of drug is it as cannot take bisphosphonates either due to both an allergic reaction & they also have the jawbone necrosis side effect
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This is my number one worry about long term osteoporosis meds..how was your jawbone necrosis diagnosed? How would you even know you had that?
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@omgirl like me you are kind of stuck with issues taking bisphosphonates (and my doc doesn't use Prolia). A score of -2.2 is not yet osteoporosis. I hope insurance takes into account your previous experience with Prolia and issues with bisphosphonates. I have to say that in my experience, since 2001, the scores do jump around a bit and I look for trends, but 10% might be significant. Do you see an endocrinologist?