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How long does Reclast remain in your system?
I received the Reclast infusion 4 mo. ago. I experienced mild fatigue and headache afterwards, but overall did pretty well. However, about a month later,...
Last active: Nov 6 8:20pm
Use of Prednisone and Improvements in Bone Density
I'm wondering if anyone who takes prednisone for chronic disease has had any success in improving or maintaining bone density by taking a prescribed drug,...
Last active: Nov 1, 2022
Bone Coach Kevin Ellis, Dr Doug Lucas or Dr Keith McCormick?
I am considering Bone Coach Kevin Ellis or Dr. Doug Lucas to help me with my “gameplan” for osteoporosis. Have any of you used either...
Last active: Nov 5 12:48pm
I took Reclast last January and had severe belly cramps, headaches,
I would like to know if anyone has taken Reclast. I’m due for another Reclast infusion and refuse to take it. My bone density in...
Last active: Dec 30, 2024
Possible good news on availablity of LIFTMOR/ONERO program in U S
I have posted about this program before - who knows what thread it went to - but as many know, it is hard to find...
Last active: 12 hours ago
Is there an alternative path after years on Prolia?
How long can I stay on Prolia? I have osteopenia and slight osteoporosis in my spine, and have been taking it for six years ....
Last active: Nov 11, 2024
Have been on Fosomax for 2 years: Change to Prolia?
I am 74-havehad1fall-nofracture,concussion or internal bleeding. Have been on fosomaxfor 2 years weith noside effects/ I am on the mediterreandiet and have been for 9...
Last active: Nov 2 2:41pm
Does anyone feel like giving up ?
Idk. I am being honest I am stressed out o Dr the thought of taking any of these meds. The drs tell me not to...
Last active: Apr 16 9:02am
How can I improve bone density when it hurts to move?
I have severe arthritis and my joints are usually hurting. I have done limited exercise in the past 2 years and worried my osteopenia will...
Last active: Sep 18, 2023
ISO unflavored protein powder that will dissolve in both hot and cold
Recently started getting more serious about exercise such as strength training to help with maintaining and building more muscle and stronger bones. Would like to...
Last active: Aug 5 3:34pm
Does anyone have spondylosis with multifacet disease of the lumbar spi
I have spondylosis with multifacet disease of the lumbar spine. I have difficulty breathing when walking and can’t stand up straight and start walking bent...
Last active: Apr 21 1:44pm
Evenity vs Forteo/Tymlos for first Osteo drug?
Hi everyone, I am 61 and received my 1st dexi last June despite yers of me asking for one. My dexi was horrible, shocked my...
Last active: Nov 23 11:15am
Physical Therapists/Margaret Martin
I was recently diagnosed with a slight compression fracture at L1 and L2. I am going to confer with a physical therapist near my residence...
Last active: Jan 31 1:54pm
After Tymlos
I have been taking Tymlos for just over a year and have an app't to talk to my provider about next steps. I tried alendronate...
Last active: Jul 17 10:53am
Forteo: sore throat as side effect?
I am 2 doses in to starting Forteo, having some bad DXA results (-3.5, & similar) despite supplementing with D3, Calcium, Magnesium, K2, as well...
Last active: Sep 1, 2023
Bottom line .. have you finished Evenity and then fractured
After three spontaneous fractures in the past year, my doctor prescribed Evenity. Given my poor bone structure the doctors and physical therapists have recommended I...
Last active: Aug 26, 2024
Anyone progress from osteoporosis to osteopenia?
Being new to this site, I’m enjoying all the info out there on your experiences with osteoporosis. Has anyone been diagnosed with osteoporosis and been...
Last active: Sep 27 10:05am
Update Evenity followed by 2 years of alendronate
So DEXA just showed that my 22.9% spine gain is now only 11% meaning I lost that much in a year. And femoral neck about...
Last active: Nov 8 5:36pm
Osteopenia and ce4vical steroid epidural
Have any of you had steroid infections in cervical sp8ne with osteopenia. I'm not on any meds for osteopenia, just diet increase of calcium. Dexa...
Last active: Apr 16 7:30pm
Tymlos and fatigue
2 weeks on the medication, fatigue is my only side effect. I take enough supplements, so I can rule that out. I drink lots, so...
Last active: Jan 15 10:06am