Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?

Posted by heritage1955 @heritage1955, Apr 1, 2016

Hi. I'm new to the site and am interested in treating osteoperosis. I'm 39 yo and recently had a bone density that showed I'm at -2.4. So, going through the intial "I can't believe it" stuff. 🙂

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lioness | @lioness | Nov 28, 2018

In reply to @beryl "Nice one lioness......have a happy Christmas......BERYL" + (show)

@beryl thank you beryl you have a Merry Christmas also

cherriann | @cherriann | Nov 28, 2018

In reply to @lioness "@elaineh and all others who have had these shots I have Ostepenia precursor to osteoporosis but..." + (show)

Agree! It can be stressful and hard to stand up for yourself when doctors push hard for patients to take these meds, but as you said, we must be our own advocate for our bodies.

barblonghofer | @barblonghofer | Dec 1, 2018

In reply to @tikigod18 "DAMN you poor thing. Are you sure you can stop Prolia? Can I suggest a book..." + (show)

Am just now reading this book and learning SO much....wish I would have had the knowledge prior to going on prolia 7 years ago!!!

suerc | @suerc | Dec 1, 2018

In reply to @angelas "I, too, am interested in treatments for osteoporosis at a younger (50) age; however, postmenopausal. I..." + (show)

that's what I am taking Forteo for 18 to 24 Mo. then to Prolia. I am 60.

ladonnae | @ladonnae | Dec 3, 2018

I've recently been diagnosed with Osteopenia and Osteoporosis runs in my family. My mother, age 82, takes a prolia shot 2 times per year. I am 61 and my insurance won't pay for that so my doc recommended Boniva. I took my first dose yesterday and got along pretty well, mild heartburn most of the day, but this morning woke up with back pain and chest pain. I'm breathing fine so I'm not concerned about that but am uncomfortable and wonder if anyone else has experienced this. How long does this last? I've contacted my doc so I'm waiting to hear back from them.

lioness | @lioness | Dec 3, 2018

In reply to @ladonnae "I've recently been diagnosed with Osteopenia and Osteoporosis runs in my family. My mother, age 82,..." + (show)

@ladonnae Glad your seeing Dr good luck

Mamacita, Alumna Mentor | @mamacita | Dec 3, 2018

@heritage1955 , you can do this. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Bravo for you taking steps to remedy your situation. It won't be easy, but it will be worth it. Glad to see you here! Mamacita

ladonnae | @ladonnae | Dec 3, 2018

In reply to @ladonnae "I've recently been diagnosed with Osteopenia and Osteoporosis runs in my family. My mother, age 82,..." + (show)

Heard back from my doctor and she doesn't think this back pain is from the Boniva. I'm not satisfied with this answer. She isn't from Mayo by the way.

lioness | @lioness | Dec 3, 2018

@ladonnae It's always good to get a 2nd opinion have your seen a rheumatologist or orthopedic Dr? The rheumatologist knows muscles and bones good luck let me know how your doing

rufus | @rufus | Dec 4, 2018

In reply to @lioness "@ladonnae Glad your seeing Dr good luck" + (show)

Hello, I am sorry about your Osteopinia and Osteoperosis . I was diagnosed with Osteopinia and took seven Prolia injections beginning in 2012, two years after it was released. I am happy your mother is able to take Prolia. As for me, it was a horrible drug for me, I suffered and am still suffering from many of the side effects of Prolia. I wish I had researched this drug before ever taking the first shot. I trusted my doctor! As I stated for mr personally, it has been a nightmare. I hope it continues to work for your Mom and good luck to you. Glad you are seeing your doctor and again good luck.