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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Sep 2 10:11am | Replies (1085)

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@angelas

Yes, the internal medicine doctor mentioned increasing Vit D/exercise/increasing calcium but nothing else. She said the only way to build up the bone is through medicine (Forteo) and then to maintain it with a bisphosphonate thereafter. I kinda feel like the doc is treating me like I'm 90. I'm looking to have a second opinion with an Endocrinologist soon. I'm concerned about the length of time I would be on medication as I think typically women are diagnosed and start treatment at a later age. Would really like to hear what others are doing in a similar situation.

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It's good that you're getting a second opinion, especially with an endocrinologist or rheumatologist who also has significant experience with osteoporosis. The drug choice is important as there are several kinds, some more promising than others.

Angela what treatment did you decide to go with? Did you start meds?