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Has Anyone Treated Their Osteoporosis With Supplements Only, No Rx Drugs? I Am Using Calcium Citrate, Some Exercise And Dairy.

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Does Anyone Have A Cure For Constipation As I Am Concerned About The Way Medication Blocks My Bowel

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Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With Osteoporosis?

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Which Osteoporosis Symptom Surprised You The Most?

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Discussion About Tomatoes. Seems Several People R Saying Tomatoes Have No Good Nutrition For Osteoporosis Patients.

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Florida USA

Well, I care to defer. I love tomatoes & will continue eating & enjoying them whenever I can. I started researching & here is the first thing I found. Please read 2 attached pages.
Thanks. London

A MyOsteoTeam Member

@A MyOsteoTeam Member hello dear friend and I love the little Bellini oval Italian tomatoes low in acid and high in Vitamin c and I eat a small box of them every week mostly with my rice thins with… read more

July 27, 2023

Hello! Couldn't Find Anything In Search But Anyone Here That *isn't* Taking Any Meds And Using Calcium Supplements Etc, Exercise To Improve?

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Portland, OR

If so, have you:
□ gotten better
□ stayed the same
□ gotten worse
Personally I take 70mg alendronate tablet 1x a week for the last year. My worse t-score is -3.3 in one of my vertebrae.
Thank you!

A MyOsteoTeam Member

Calcium Citrate is more easily absorbed by bones and taking K2 with calcium will direct it to bones, not the heart. I have stopped taking Alendronate after 2 1/2 yrs because of the potential… read more

November 9, 2023

Has Someone In The Medical Field Acted Like Your Diagnosis Of Osteoporosis Is NOT A Big Deal?

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Florida USA

In March 2020 I had a mental health issue & was in the hospital 2 weeks. When out I had a wellness (mental health) councilor from a senior center for about 8 months. We had sessions on phone once a week for an hour. It helped. Now about a month after osteoporosis diagnosis while I was scared to death, very concerned about what that meant, what would happen to my body, Dr told me nothing - did he know anything? I wasn't sleeping well, my blood pressure was up. I called that councilor & told her… read more

A MyOsteoTeam Member

Do you take Ad-Cal?? (Vitamin D plus Calcium). Available on prescription from GP, I take 4 daily. Helps slow down bone density/deterioration. Can be easily bought in supermarkets etc.

December 11, 2022

What Dr. To Treat Osteoporosis

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Youngsville, NC

I have seen in many posts going to an endocrinologist. Is this to treat osteoporosis? My internist is treating me now. Should I be seeing a endocrinologist for my osteoporosis? I also have Hashimotos disease. My thyroid is nothing more than fibrous tissue. Any help would be greatly appreciated.😊

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I agree, although I am new to all of this, I feel for all who are dealing with Osteoporosis on top of everything else we all deal with. I also take calcium and D. Thank you for your help. Stay well 😀

April 20, 2021

Is There Any Treatment Or Help I Can Get To Release The Nerve

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Surrey England

I have degenerative osteoarthritis of my Lower spine which has caused sciatica to my right leg , the pain is unbearable especially in the mornings, I’ve tried stretches and am quite active but it seems that after I relax the pain gets worse , it’s been going on for 5 months now sometimes it wakes me up during the night

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I’ve had sciatica. The only thing that helped was steroids.It literally took the pain away, the only thing is, you can’t stay on them

September 18, 2023

Medication That Does Not Cause Osteonecrosis Of The Jaw

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Peru, IA

I have osteopenia of more than 10 years duration. My MD would like me to take Fosamax. I have bad teeth--I receive regular dental care and floss and brush with prescription strength fluoride toothpaste like I'm supposed to, but I have numerous crowns/fillings, 4 implants, I've had several root canals and broken teeth. I'm wondering what besides Prolia or biphosphanates I could take. I am afraid of osteonecrosis of the jaw--I'm also afraid of breaking a hip. I take calcium and Vit D supplements… read more

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I fully understand where you are coming from as in same situation. Currently osteopenic and on no osteo medication but take calcium, vit D and K2
Terrified of starting Risedronate which dr… read more

January 25, 2024

Do You Follow A Specific Diet To Help With Osteoporosis?

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A MyOsteoTeam Member

It’s always good to keep active with exercise to keep yourself as strong as possible. Kneading bread will definitely help… and also lifting dumbbells or small hand weights

January 6

Sore Red Gums Receding Around My Bottom Teeth

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Minyama Sunshine Coast

Is this a complaint associated with Osteo Porosis as I have had it fo over 12 months? It started when I was taking Aledronic Acid with Vitamin D
Judy

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I lost all my teeth due to chemo they snapped off one by one , roots left in my guns some grown over I have stumps and 3 jagged teeth at the bottom , no dentist will go near me due to me having… read more

March 11, 2024

Prolia DISASTER

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Chicago, IL

I'd been on Prolia a few years. Wasn't getting better but at least not getting worse
Then doctor retired and new doctor couldn't see me right away
I said I was supposed to get this shot every six months but they said I had to wait for the new doctor.
WEEKS after she told me this, THREE VERTEBRAE FRACTURED!
I have been in pain every single day ever since!
I got the shot however, and now I still have to be on Prolia!
Here is what I have as a result, IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE FRACTURES… read more

A MyOsteoTeam Member

The answer? I DON'T KNOW!! The doctors are telling me the same thing -- that I've been on Prolia long enough. And as noted before, Prolia even threatens my eyesight! But I'm afraid that… read more

June 29, 2021

Alendronate Or Alendronic Acid

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Minyama Sunshine Coast

It’s improved my bone density somewhat and the Endocrinologist at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital was pleased that my Lumbar spine is now Osteopinea, wrists and hips are not so good.
I am concerned about the stomach bloating and constipation of my bowel.
My question is does Aledronic Acid +Caliciferol with Vitamin D (Fonat Plus) cause gum ulceration and pain as this is an ongoing problem. Could it be the Acid component?

A MyOsteoTeam Member

@A MyOsteoTeam Member yes you are correct! I try to keep positive and not to talk about my pain.

However it’s lovely to belong to a group like this where we can get some comfort from Ione another… read more

January 5, 2024
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