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Treating Osteoporosis: What works for you?
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I am new to this website. I had Osteopenia many years. I have taken calcium supplements over thirty years but still regressed to Osteoporosis. I have had three injections and am due for the next in November. After the second injection I noticed that my jaw did not feel the same so I asked my dentist to take an x-ray. He reported it was ok. About a month after the third shot which was administered late because of Covid-19, on June 5th, my gums became extremely sore and pain developed in my jawbone. I just had an x-ray last week and I need to have two teeth extracted. The pain in my jawbone still exists and I have called my doctor and left a message stating I do not want any more Prolia injections. I have had no reply from her. I have not yet had the teeth extractions. I am extremely upset and don't know where to turn for help.
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@annloh570 I would like to add my welcome to this great website where we all care and help with what we can. As John pointed out these two websites have a lot of good information on them . I have osteoporosis and won't take any of the meds the Dr's prescribe as my girlfriend was on Fosamax and had the jaw problem then a injection with side effects. As a nurse I have seen to many people with side effects . I prescribe to the natural way . My Dr has me on the calcium citrate 1200mg split in two . This is the better way to take your calcium. My rheumatologist wants me to go on these meds like Fosaman but I told her I won't when I talk with her Aug 3rd via teleconference I will explain to her . You can do it the natural way and you won't have side effects . There are pros and cons with people some can and others can't like me . All I can tell you is be proactive you know your own body better then the Dr. does . Hope to hear from you again .
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I have a similar situation. Due for my third injection next week and developed gum swelling and pain two weeks ago. Need an extraction. I also had to have an extraction while on forteo two years ago. I was told there was no connection to the meds. It must either be the meds or the osteo because I have never had these type of tooth problems before! Please keep me posted on your experience and I will do the same. I am also waiting to hear from my dr.
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Hello @julie2020, Welcome to Connect. I can understand why you are upset and I also would be upset. I have osteopenia and degenerative arthritis and I am supposed to be taking 1200 mg daily in calcium. I took it for a month or so but it really binds me up so I stopped it and try to eat healthier and lose some weight at the same time. Here's some information to support the symptoms you are having with jaw pain and more.
Study Quantifies Dental, Jaw Risks With Denosumab — 10-year data suggest oral issues common:
https://www.medpagetoday.com/endocrinology/osteoporosis/78033
You may also be interested in the following article -- 11 ways to increase bone density naturally
-- https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325903
When your doctor calls back, can you ask her if there are any alternatives that are safer?