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Has anyone suffer serious jaw bone issues resulting from taking Xgeva.
Recent case of serious jaw bone issues while taking Xgeva infusions. Anyone else had this side effect from this drug.
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wden: Tell us more - did you have the infusion or experience issues?
My endocrinologist discussed this Tx for me. Since I was undergoing dental work (tooth extraction), we've delayed starting. I have a friend who had it with no problems.
How are you being treated for this? Osteonecrosis is very difficult to treat once it starts. Usually hyperbaric oxygen is used.
Before starting infusion had to have a tooth extraction in Jan 2025. 1st infusion in February. After 5 infusions had what at first thought to be a canker sore but worsened within a week. Oral surgeon examined. Thinks a result from Xgeva infusions ~ osteocronosis. Biopsy next week to verify then treatment. A common side effect for Prostate metastasis in the bones with these type of treatments.
Waiting on biopsy results to determine treatment plan.