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Endocrinologist gave me 1 yr of about 8 yrs.ago. I was told to stop .
Same Dr. said absolutely cannot take Prolia after 8 yr. Stop& I should start an infusion immediately, second Dr. recommends taking Prolia first to build...
Last active: Nov 12, 2025
Immediate and severe Tymlos side effects.
Has anyone else experienced immediate and severe side effects from Tymlos, with their first injection? I had a first and last injection of Tymlos in...
Last active: Mar 11 9:59pm
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
Gastric Bypass/ Osteoporosis
I had RNY in 2002. Was diagnosed with Osteoporosis and Osteopenia in both hips. Dexa scan now says Osteoporosis in both hips. Was on Evista...
Last active: Mar 25, 2024
Natural treatment for Osteoporosis
I am interested in knowing of any alternative treatments for osteoporosis. I took 1 dose of Prolia, had a major reaction that resulted in an...
Last active: Mar 29 1:54pm
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
Just got back from seeing NP for osteoporosis/want a second opinion.
I am so angry and upset...... Her choices were Prolia or Prolia and Reclast after or Zometa infusions. She seems to think that no bone...
Last active: Jun 30, 2023
No increase with Evenity
I did Evenity for a year and had no increase. Now they want Prolia which I am afraid of becasue of rebound fractures. I did...
Last active: Feb 14 8:32am
How Long For Body To "Reset"?
Hi, everyone! I am new to this forum and this is my first post although i have been reading through the various threads in the...
Last active: May 13, 2025
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, 2025
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
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
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
Bone care choices? (After 2nd atypical femur fracture)
I'm scheduled to start Evenity next Tuesday to come off Prolia. I'm so nervous! My issues started in my 30's (now 71) when I had...
Last active: Aug 21, 2025
Reclast after Fosamax
I was compliant with taking Fosamax weekly (30 minutes before food or meds/vitamins) for 5 years, ending 3/9/2024. My hip T score initially improved but...
Last active: Nov 3, 2025
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
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, 2025
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
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