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Vitamin D (testing and supplements)
I had my vitamin D levels tested at the end of the summer (immediately after coming back from a beach vacation): They were in the...
Last active: Apr 6 3:36am
what movements to avoid with osteoporosis
Hello again, I was thinking recently about how the diagnosis of osteoporosis changes our everyday life and even movements that we use to do. Can...
Last active: Apr 4, 2023
How long did your doc have you on Tymlos?
If you were on Tymlos, how long were you on it? My doc says she keeps most patients at the full two years, even if...
Last active: Oct 6, 2024
Several fractured vertebrae with little guidance - where do I start?
I really don’t know where to start. I’m new to the group I live in Florida and so far I have seven fractured vertebrae three...
Last active: Mar 14 12:24pm
Osteoporosis and being very underweight.
I know that it is common for women with osteoporosis to be underweight, a relationship not fully understood. But I am 4'11" and weigh 82...
Last active: Jan 31, 2024
Prolia added to Eligard and Erleada
My oncologist wants to add Prolia injections to my maintence routine of Eligard every 3 months and Proleada every day. Has anyone else had experience...
Last active: Aug 10, 2023
Arthritis surrounding knee replacement
I am 62 and have osteoarthritis in several areas. Recently had knee replacement a year ago and still experiencing stiffness and swelling. I had significant...
Last active: Oct 22, 2023
radiation and already have osteoporosis and loose teeth
hi lilyann here, i am to see a radiologist oncologist on the 4th to discuss palliative radiology, i am wondering about my already loose teeth...
Last active: Sep 9, 2024
Interpreting CTX and P1NP Tests
Am I the only one who is frustrated with the mainstream healthcare system not being experienced in offering bone marker tests for those diagnosed with...
Last active: Jun 26 7:03am
REM ECHO LIGHT BONE SCAN QUESTION
I called the number that everyone gave for Mary Peters at the University of South Florida below: REMS in Florida University of South Florida (Mary...
Last active: Apr 11 1:14pm
Older vs newer DEXA systems
I fractured a vertebrae 6 months ago. It was a very traumatic fall. I’ve moved and my new primary strongly recommended I start meds, based...
Last active: Mar 30 2:26pm
My doctor did not prescribe any other medication after Prolia
I am a 24 year old male. I have been taking prolia for 3.5 years due to osteoporosis. After 7 doses of prolia, my doctor...
Last active: Jun 9 10:42am
DEXA @ 9 mos of Tymlos- worried about rookie tech's technique
I had my second DEXA-scan ever last week after 9 months of Tymlos shots. I inject the full "8 clicks" every day, but I mostly...
Last active: Aug 3 9:14am
CTX table
OK I found a table online that listed ranges for 'normal' , 'minimal to none' and moderate and high. The cutoff number appeared to be...
Last active: Oct 6, 2024
Recent Reclast Experience
For those interested, I had my first Reclast infusion on Thursday at 3 pm. I was really anxious about the side effects. I did as...
Last active: Jun 13 10:07am
Help my mom can’t do anything after prolia shot
Can someone PLEASE HELP & give me advice?? My mom has always been active in 70’s walking 3 miles daily and got around GREAT but...
Last active: Apr 22, 2024
Expert Trainings on Osteoporosis
I want to make everyone aware of a training that happened earlier this month called the 24th Annual Santa Fe Bone Symposium. Presenters included the...
Last active: Aug 22, 2024
What's the evidence on Calcium and Vitamin D for bone density?
A recent bone density test came back in the low average range for my age. My OBGYN recommended calcium and vitamin D. I checked with...
Last active: Dec 18, 2024
Caffeine's Role in Osteoporosis
Hi All, Still finding things to ask about . . . In researching OP testing both recently and in the past, I note that caffeine...
Last active: Sep 8, 2024
First TYMLOS dose completed - 2 year journey begins
I had my first TYMLOS injection last evening. Based on the feedback in this forum, I selected to start at 6 clicks. I am so...
Last active: Jun 13, 2024