Is Osteoporosis reversible in post menopausal women?

I just had my Gyn N.P. tell me that there is no such thing as post menopause, once menopause that's it. So has anyone else been told this? With researching Dexa scans, medications, HRT etc. I found this to be crazy..j/s

@sl303 What is bioidentical?

@sl303
I have used BHRT progestereone topically on my breasts for years. I had cystic breasts which the progesterone eliminated. Perimenopause is a time which often has very high estradiol levels with a much lowered amount of protecting progesterone probably due to the lack of ovulation and the subsequent loss of progesterone. Bottom line higher estradiol rates can be dangerous for women, especially with their breasts.
I personally use saliva tests to check my progesterone, estradiol and testosterone levels.
I seem to continue to make my own estradiol; so I only use progesterone, testosterone and estriol topically/vaginally. Without the saliva test I am sure that my doctors would have given me estradiol which I believe would have set me up for problems with my breasts.
My sister had a similar situation; she went a different route than I did without the saliva tests and progesterone/BHRT. She eventually had a breast cancer. She had surgery and is taking an estrogen blocker. She is doing as well as one can with her hormones totally blocked and all the problems which that is causing. I do not know if progesterone and BHrT could have changed this story for her. I am encouraging her to consider progesterone in another year when she may no longer take the estrogen blockers.

@sl303 Hello, I had partial lumpectomy for DCIS stage zero and no history or genetic issues for breast cancer. I have been on HRT for over 20+ years but got off it temporarily as doctors did not recommend as they have to go with "Standard of Care" practice. I now take estrogen and testosterone at lowest dose with pellets inserted every 3-4 months. My risks are minor compared to the benefit. I tried Osteoporosis meds years ago and they did not increase bone density. I am 73 years old and exercise 3-4 times a week which involves walking, stretching and some weights. I also take calcium, vit D & K and other vitamins to increase bone density. I also have osteoarthritis and spondylothesis and IBS-C. I use a powdered magnesium glycinate with probiotic and prebiotic fiber in a shake and that helps with the IBS-C. Everyone is individual so what works for me may not for someone else. I do a lot of research as I was a professional in the field of education so I conducted a lot of research studies. Keep seeking out answers and don't give up keep trying things until you find what works for you.

I have the same question. I've had 2 Reclast infusions. I'm due one more next summer. I take calcium, vitamin D3, OsteoCollagen-Cal, creatine, walk everyday and strength train 3x week. I don't think my dexa scan showed severe osteoporosis, but nonetheless past the osteopenia numbers. With bone density decreasing with age, I wonder if it's possible to reverse bone density? I'm working hard and hope it's reversible.

Yes. I have a friend who decided against the medications, initially. She proposed a plan to adopt the dietary recommendations along with the PT/Exercises for one year and then be reevaluated. In her case, the results were favorable.

@kgw May I ask the name of the bone supplemeents you are taking?

@goseve I too have had bilateral hip replacements and I’m told that hip revisions are usually an option, but a more difficult procedure than the original surgery. I’ve been a lifetime athlete and ran long distance for 40 years. I gave up running a few short years ago because of a bad knee, but I still go out and jog short distances. I know that we are capable of fracturing our hips and I worry about it. Diagnosed with osteoporosis a few months ago primarily in my Forearm and wrists. No idea as to the hips because they could not be tested with the metal implants. My spine comes up normal. I began a weight and machine program about three weeks ago and I’m probably the weakest 76 year-old at the gym. Despite my lean athletic build, I can only leg press 30 pounds with both legs at the same time.. I have a long way to go. I am also using free weights for my arms and wrists. I began injecting Tymlos in late September and have gone off and back on several times. Side effects are troubling with vertigo, irritability, joint and bone pain. I feel like I am injecting poison into my body. After six months, if I don’t have significant improvement, I’ll stop the meds. I try to get out to the park to slow jog and walk, but I’m not going often enough. You might want to use some light ankle wraps when you’re walking to add to the weight-bearing effect. I also make a point of taking calcium, magnesium, and D3. K2. food is a challenge for me with chronic pancreatitis. That is probably largely responsible for the osteoporosis. I do not have a good feeling about continuing to take bone meds. Research revealed that the lab rats that were tested developed bone cancer at very high rates with the highest dose causing 87% of the male rats to develop bone cancer. Every one of these medication’s comes with side effects and for each individual that could be different. We each of us have some very important decisions to make.

@healthyme1 I'd love to hear more about the program.

@healthyme1
That equipment sounds like one develop by Theranos.