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Has anyone had a large decrease in bone density after one year

Posted by trathfon62 @trathfon62, Jun 6, 2023

Hi,
My BMD of the lumbar spine decreased by 7% in one year. I feel this is a very large jump and wondered if this has happed to others out there. I had a surgery which
Kept me from exercising for a couple months but it seems so drastic. I appreciate any feedback. I’m also wondering if there was an error with my first or second Dexascan. So hard to tell.

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janflute | @janflute | Sep 9, 2023

My second year of Forteo will end next July and my Dr. said that I would then have a Reclast injection. I am frightened of Reclast, so the HRT as a way of keeping bone gains after taking Forteo is very appealing to me. I will turn 77 in Oct. How does one get in contact with Dr. McCormick or any other Dr like this? I live in Wareham ,MA. and see an excellent Dr. at MA General that prescribes my Forteo.

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lynn59 | @lynn59 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @gravity3 "I am 75. I had early menopause at 38. Had hrt for a period of years..." + (show)
@gravity3

I am 75. I had early menopause at 38. Had hrt for a period of years then taken off due to breast cancer risk. My endocrinologist said he does not prescribe hrt so I scheduled a consult with a woman gynecologist. She determined that it would not help me due to years between menopause onset, and length of time after ceasing hrt. I've had forteo and alendronate. 2nd month on Osteostrong and one day post first evenity shots.

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I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your doctor’s perspective on the effectiveness of HRT due to the length of time between menopause. I’m going to consult with a doctor that specializes in bioitentical hormones and see what she has to say about that. In a video on OsteoBoston with Dr. McCormick, he mentioned that the brain receptors may not accept the estrogen anymore due to a lack of use. Opinions seem to be changing though. Please let us all know how it goes with Osteostrong. I am working out several times a week, but still considering joining Osteostrong. I am trying to mimick the isometric loading in the gym in the meantime.

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debraran | @debraran | Sep 9, 2023

Did you change machines? I thought mine changed a lot but it was much better doing it again at original place. (-2.9 to -2.1) I knew it didn't change that much.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @lynn59 "I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your..." + (show)
@lynn59

I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your doctor’s perspective on the effectiveness of HRT due to the length of time between menopause. I’m going to consult with a doctor that specializes in bioitentical hormones and see what she has to say about that. In a video on OsteoBoston with Dr. McCormick, he mentioned that the brain receptors may not accept the estrogen anymore due to a lack of use. Opinions seem to be changing though. Please let us all know how it goes with Osteostrong. I am working out several times a week, but still considering joining Osteostrong. I am trying to mimick the isometric loading in the gym in the meantime.

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Thanks for the info. I am working on finding out if Medicare and supplemental will reimburse.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @lynn59 "I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your..." + (show)
@lynn59

I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your doctor’s perspective on the effectiveness of HRT due to the length of time between menopause. I’m going to consult with a doctor that specializes in bioitentical hormones and see what she has to say about that. In a video on OsteoBoston with Dr. McCormick, he mentioned that the brain receptors may not accept the estrogen anymore due to a lack of use. Opinions seem to be changing though. Please let us all know how it goes with Osteostrong. I am working out several times a week, but still considering joining Osteostrong. I am trying to mimick the isometric loading in the gym in the meantime.

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Would like to hear the results of that consult. Are you willing to share your age?

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @lynn59 "I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your..." + (show)
@lynn59

I hope you get the results you are looking for with that combination. Interesting about your doctor’s perspective on the effectiveness of HRT due to the length of time between menopause. I’m going to consult with a doctor that specializes in bioitentical hormones and see what she has to say about that. In a video on OsteoBoston with Dr. McCormick, he mentioned that the brain receptors may not accept the estrogen anymore due to a lack of use. Opinions seem to be changing though. Please let us all know how it goes with Osteostrong. I am working out several times a week, but still considering joining Osteostrong. I am trying to mimick the isometric loading in the gym in the meantime.

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There is a new study on Osteostrong that will be published in an orthopedic journal.....not sure which one yet

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lynn59 | @lynn59 | Sep 9, 2023

Yes I’m 64, turning 65 in a few months and have been menopausal since 48. My endocrinologist says he won’t use HRT for women over 60, or anyone who is 10+ years into menopause. It will be interesting to hear other perspectives.

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lynn59 | @lynn59 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @gravity3 "There is a new study on Osteostrong that will be published in an orthopedic journal.....not sure..." + (show)
@gravity3

There is a new study on Osteostrong that will be published in an orthopedic journal.....not sure which one yet

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I’d be very interested in reading that. I hope you share on the Osteostrong thread or create a new thread when you learn more!

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @lynn59 "I’d be very interested in reading that. I hope you share on the Osteostrong thread or..." + (show)
@lynn59

I’d be very interested in reading that. I hope you share on the Osteostrong thread or create a new thread when you learn more!

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Will do.

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windyshores | @windyshores | Sep 9, 2023
In reply to @janflute "My second year of Forteo will end next July and my Dr. said that I would..." + (show)
@janflute

My second year of Forteo will end next July and my Dr. said that I would then have a Reclast injection. I am frightened of Reclast, so the HRT as a way of keeping bone gains after taking Forteo is very appealing to me. I will turn 77 in Oct. How does one get in contact with Dr. McCormick or any other Dr like this? I live in Wareham ,MA. and see an excellent Dr. at MA General that prescribes my Forteo.

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@janflute I also see a doc at MGH and have seen Dr. McCormick over the years. He will recommend either Reclast or alendronate with a preference for Reclast, if he suggests for you what he suggests for me.

I have kidney issues so my endo is doing a 20% dose of Reclast as a test dose. I had to push for IV hydration. Nephrologist wants me to hydrate with salty fluids including Pedialyte, before during and after. I can't drink that much Pedialyte! Also ask for a slow infusion and take tylenol before and after.

I know many people who have done full dose with no problems, including my frail immune compromised friend who just did chemo. The only reason for caution with me is my kidney disease.

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