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Dexa Results
I just last month came off ADT (Orgovyx) after 2 1/2 years as part of my prostate cancer treatment. I had a dexa bone scan...
Last active: Aug 25 9:38pm
Best scenario for tooth extraction on Evenity
I currently have three more sets of injections for Evenity before going on to Prolia. I have a front tooth which is cracked under the...
Last active: Jun 13, 2023
Evenity -Length and Effect of Treatment
I am sure that some of you are familiar with the graphs found in one article from a phase 2 study. This particular study was...
Last active: Jan 30 12:24pm
Can I receive two reclast infusions in less than a year?
If my recent high CTx scores indicate the Reclast isn't still working, can I receive a second infusion before the 12 months is up? I...
Last active: Aug 14, 2024
Starting Evenity several years after a spinal fusion
I had a spinal fusion (L2-L5) in 2018 and took Prolia for 2 years following surgery. I stopped Prolia in 2021. Bone density dropped from...
Last active: Sep 16, 2023
Reclast Appointment Cancelled Morning of Appointment!
Very upsetting early phone call this morning...at 7:15 am from my clinic telling me that I was no longer "eligible for Reclast" and not to...
Last active: Nov 29, 2022
Osteoporosis treatment for post kidney transplant women
Post kidney transplant patient one year 6 months. Diagnosised with osteo and two bulged discs, L4 L5/. Was seen by an orthopedic doctor and he...
Support Group: Transplants
Last active: Aug 25, 2023
Increased Calcium Levels and Forteo.
I have been on Forteo for three weeks now after discontinuing Prolia after AFF. I have a history of hypercalcimia, and my blood work shows...
Last active: Dec 10, 2024
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
Endocrinologist in Florida
I live in a small town in the Panhandle of Florida. I have Osteoporosis and only have a GP who is adamant about Prolia. Does...
Last active: 2 days ago
Advice about Osteoporosis treatment
I am new to this group. My last T score was -3.8. I am 71 yo, healthy otherwise. No meds except Oscal and a multivitamin....
Last active: Jan 29 10:46pm
Question re insurance
Wondering about insurance, especially Prolia & Tymlos. Do either of them accept Medicare? I have Medicare & Blue Cross & Blue Shield?
Last active: Jul 16, 2024
Strontium
Is anyone taking strontium for bone health? My husband is reading studies on its benefits. I am currently getting Prolia injections 2x/year.
Last active: Nov 29, 2023
Osteoporosis, hurting all over.
I stared Fosomax and used it for 6 weeks. I fainted toward the end of this period due to dehydration I guess. Then I realized...
Last active: Feb 13, 2024
Anyone try bioidentical hormones to combat/treat osteoporosis?
I'm giving it some thought. After a bad experience with Alendronate, I'm very hesitant to start with Prolia.
Last active: Sep 29, 2024
Update on post Evenity treatment
I finished a year of Evenity in June 2024. I started Prolia the end of August. I would have started sooner except that I moved...
Last active: Aug 6 6:13pm
Is there anyone who has been able to get Evenity approved for a man?
So far, Evenity has yet to be approved for my husband. I know the FDA has not approved it for men, but we want to...
Last active: Nov 21, 2024
How many of you improved your osteoporosis without drug intervention?
I was just diagnosed with osteoporosis and had my first Prolia injection about a month ago. I have never had any health issues, I am...
Last active: Feb 4 6:53pm
I have Osteoporosis and a overactive Thyroid: Which med to choose?
I have Osteoporosis and a overactive Thyroid which is making my Osteoporosis worse. One Dr said Prolia and the other Dr said only the daily...
Last active: Mar 20, 2024
Raloxifene Question
Background: I am on Raloxifene (Evista) and like it but my Endocrinologist wants me to change to a anabolic bone building therapy (Tymlos, Forteo, Evenity)...
Last active: Apr 21, 2023