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Evenity Was Suggested For My Severe Osteoporosis By My Endocrinologist. Can Anyone Tell Me How You Tolerated This Treatment?

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Gainesville, FL
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I finished my one year on Evenity last February (2022). No side effects that I noted. Now back on Prolia forever.

February 1, 2023

Is There A Good Alternative To Prolia Without The Scare Of Having To Quit And Having Great Osteo Trouble?

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Raytown, MO
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I have not taken Prolia. My Dr wants me to. What bothers me is having to quit taking it as I have had to do with other meds. It seems to be hard on bones if you quit or even delay.

October 30, 2022

I Have Been On Proles Inj Now 6 Yesrs Has Anyone Been Taking It This Long Dr Said To Continue For Another 2 Years Then Another Bone Scan

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Enniscorthy, IE
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Thanks valerie

November 4, 2022

Natural And Lifestyle Habits To Address Osteoporosis

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Berkley, MI

When I tried fosomax when I was newly diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2017, I developed corrosive esophagitis. Following a wrist fracture in 2019, I tried Prolia which literally made me miserable with adverse side effects for more than 6 months. Both times, I was advised by my doctor to discontinue the drugs and was instructed to list them as “allergies” on my hospital chart, due to the adverse side effects. I really am afraid and opposed of taking prescription osteoporosis medication. Looking… read more

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Did you get gerd from Prolia?

December 17, 2022

Prolia Shot With Back Surgery

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Wayne, NE

I've been healing from sacral joint fusion. I got a Prolia shot in February and then again in september. Will this help heal my Fusion build new bone?

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Good to hear! I do not take calcium neither I do drink milk coconut milk which is fortified with calcium and I do take vitamin D daily hopefully this will help my bones need to heal. Glad to hear it… read more

October 29, 2022

What Happens If I Discontinue Reclast And Choose Not To Take Another Op Med After 2-3 Annual Shots?

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Syracuse, NY

My t score was -2.4 before treatment with a high frax due to RA. I do not take steroids or nsaids.

A MyOsteoTeam Member

Thank you for your response JanetStrong! Hopefully I will get a chance to ask questions at some point. Right now the gastro group did the original liver ultrasound along with an endoscopy w/pancreatic… read more

November 10, 2022

Does Anyone Here With Severe Osteoporosis Of Spine And Hips Also Have Scoliosis?l

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West Palm Beach, FL

What type of exercises do you do that are safe and effective for both conditions? I have both. Help..lol!!!

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I have a personal trainer who specializes in rehab for stroke victims. Gentle stretching to begin with and balance exercises are essential. I've been at it pretty much 2x per week for a year and… read more

December 31, 2022

Does Anyone Here With Severe Osteoporosis Of Spine And Hips Also Have Scoliosis?l

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West Palm Beach, FL
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Hi my orthopaedic doctor kept sending me for lower back MRI I said what about the thumbing pains in my upper back so she sent me miles away for an upper body MRI and my results came back I have a… read more

July 25, 2023

Is There Any Connection Between Osteoporosis And Spinal Stenosis?

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Ontario, CA
A MyOsteoTeam Member

I agree. Exercise done correctly is key to helping with so
Many issues and is good for your mental health. Diet is also very important and keeping a good weight

October 21, 2022

Has Anyone Ever Tried Fosomax? If So, How Was It? I Am Newly Diagnosed With Osteoporosis. Not Sure What Route To Take. Julie 7 From Mn

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Cloquet, MN
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Ok. Appreciate the response!
Julie 7

October 21, 2022
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