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Parathyroidectomy and Prolia
Has anyone had a parathyroidectomy and taken Prolia?
I just finished a year of Evenity and need to transition to Prolia or Reclast. One of my doctors wants me to start on Prolia. Another doctor said Reclast. One of my hesitations with Prolia is the side effect of low calcium since I only have one parathyroid left after having surgery.
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gigiz, your single parathyroid gland should normalize calcium levels within a few weeks after surgery. Prolia can lower calcium levels even with four glands, but you can supplement to normalize the levels.
May your other hesitations about Prolia prevail.
Has there been a consideration of the anabolics Tymlos or Forteo.
Thank you gently. Since I've just finished Evenity, I need to transition to an antiresorptive agent.