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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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allegro | @allegro | Apr 13, 2019

NOT ACLL ,,,,,,,ALS......SUCH A DREADED DISEASE.....JAN

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allegro | @allegro | Apr 13, 2019

AM NOW DEALING WTH MY HUSBANDS ACL.....HAVE ALOT OF DEPRESSION AT TIMES......CAN ANYONE HELP ME? JAN

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allegro | @allegro | Apr 13, 2019

I ALSO HAVE OSTEPENIA AND AM ON PROLIA TWICE A YEAR......COULDNT TOLERATE FOSAMAX.....JAN

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sparklegram | @sparklegram | Apr 13, 2019
In reply to @cherriann "Agree! It can be stressful and hard to stand up for yourself when doctors push hard..." + (show)
@cherriann

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.

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I'm 74 and just had my bone density test. My doctor called me to let me know I have an elevated risk for fractures, and osteopenia. She gave me the OPTION of taking Fosomax. Can anyone share their experience with that drug? I'm currently taking Arimidex. UUGG!

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901mj | @901mj | Dec 5, 2018

Do you have any posts on osteoporosis for 2018? Are there any new treatments in 2018?

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rufus | @rufus | Dec 4, 2018
In reply to @lioness "@ladonnae Glad your seeing Dr good luck" + (show)
@lioness

@ladonnae Glad your seeing Dr good luck

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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.

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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

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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)
@ladonnae

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.

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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.

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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

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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

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.

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@ladonnae Glad your seeing Dr good luck

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