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Struggling with making an osteoporosis treatment decision
I am just struggling to make a decision about my treatment. I had my first bone density test and found I have osteoporosis. I have...
Last active: Mar 11 5:11pm
Looking for input on 2nd opinion after 3 years of Alendronate
So, I received a virtual second opinion and was recommended to use an osteo-anabolic agent. Suggested options are Evenity, Tymlos, or Forteo. Then to follow...
Last active: Jan 31 12:13pm
After bisphosphonates then what
I suspect many of us started on some form of bisphosphonate. My question is what did you do next after being on these drugs for...
Last active: Apr 24, 2024
Bone Marker Results -??
In an effort to get the best medical care I can for my severe Osteoporosis, I asked my Endo Dr to include Bone Markers. She...
Last active: Apr 24 2:09pm
Medication???
Hello My dr ( an osteoporosis specialist)suggested Tymlos My cost $2,300 A month Not happening Then she told me to come on and get a...
Last active: Nov 16, 2023
Exercise Regime
I am at a loss as to what is considered safe exercises for osteoporosis, especially after having had a fracture. I have finished the 12...
Last active: Aug 3 12:51am
PVCs from reclast infusion?
I soldiered through 10 months of Evenity with swelling and pain after each injection that lasted most of the time. I took a 5 month...
Last active: May 16, 2024
Knee replacement and osteoporosis
I’m just curious if anyone has had a joint replacement during or after osteoporosis treatment? I need a knee replacement and am on Evenity. My...
Last active: Sep 7, 2024
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...
Last active: Feb 24 1:13pm
Anyone had surgery even with an osteoporosis diagnosis?
Has anyone had surgery even though they've had an osteoporosis diagnosis? If so, was surgery successful? I had to postpone neck surgery due to a...
Last active: May 8, 2023
High anxiety regarding Reclast or Prolia decison for OP meds
I am overwhelmed with making this decision. Currently on Evenity, 2 more injections left. Severe Osteporosis. Spine -4.7. I left my OP Dr's office last...
Last active: Mar 9 10:11am
Significant osteoporosis: I need a bone plan
60 y/o , fit and active (I thought) but my first bone scan showed osteoporosis in spine (-3.3). Want to start Evenity, Tyblos, or Forteo....
Last active: Dec 24, 2024
Prolia scores
Im 65 and have taken fosamax for many years but am at the point where I need either Prolia or Evenity. Ive had some radiation...
Last active: Aug 27, 2023
Advanced osteoporosis and need advice picking best drug
I had spinal fusion 3 months ago when discovered advanced osteoporosis. Dr. Started me on Evenity. Hi BP immediately at the infusion center. Then ended...
Last active: Aug 12 7:58pm
Do I need to start Prolia? or can I wait and follow my lab results to
I am 70-year-old female very healthy 108 lbs. agile, & active (I am in wildlife rehab and fairly strenuous physical work 5 days per week)....
Last active: 5 days ago
Has anyone been prescribed Alendronate with a spine BMD of -3.0?
Hi, I’m a 62 year old female with Osteoporosis of the lumbar spine -3.0. I am very active and have had no fractures. My PCP...
Last active: Sep 8, 2023
Where are PINP and CTX bone marker tests offered.
Where are PINP and CTX bone marker tests offered? Are they available in Washington State? I am starting Evenity 12 month injections. Listened to Dr...
Last active: Feb 18 7:27am
P1NP decrease with 9 month drug holiday
I just had my lab results come in and from Sept of 24 at my last appt, my P1NP dropped from 74 to 19. My...
Last active: May 4 1:26pm
Hypercalciuria: Hydrochlorothiazide & Eventi
Hi! I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis (-3.4 in my spine) and hypercalciuria (after seeing the endocrinologist). I had pretty much decided to move forward...
Last active: Dec 5, 2024
Has anyone stopped Evinity before a yr ?
I have been on Evinity for 6 months. My Dr may be taking me off . Getting really bad side affects. They last for a...
Last active: Sep 14, 2023