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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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