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Have You Osteo Ladies Read About The K-2 Supplement That Helps Calcium Help Our Bodies? Https://health.clevelandclinic.org/vitamin-k2

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I'm Still Using Vitamin Supplements Over 2 Years Later. If I Want To Incorporate Vitamin K2, How Much Do I Need? Thanks Everyone. Kendall

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Does Anyone Else Who Has Suffered Spinal Fractures Find Their Ribcage Digs In Around Their Waist.

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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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Prolia

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Hereford, UK

I have just had my 9th Prolia jab with no side affects, but just 1 more to go. Has anyone finished all10 and know what comes after.

A MyOsteoTeam Member

so how long can you be on prolia

September 23, 2022

My Doctor Wants Me To Have Cortison Shots In My Hips Has Anyone Had Any Experience With The Shots?

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Cincinnati, OH
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Thank you so much! I will check out the soap!!!

September 13, 2022

DEXA Scanning

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Scotland, AR

How often should I have a DEXA scan when being treated for osteoporosis?

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I know medicare will pay yearly if the physician has a valid cause to do it

September 23, 2022

What About The Blood And Urine Tests?

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LasVegasNevada

.does Anyone Have Leg Weaknesses? Im 64, Diagnosed 6 Yearsago? Thank You

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Dundee, FL
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Yes I have had Aclasta infusion 18 months ago was due for another but had lots of si,e effects that haven't resolved so I am not getting the 2nd infusion, & have being on high calcium diet vit D &amp… read more

September 24, 2022

Cost Of Prolia

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Anacortes, WA

I’ll be getting my next Prolia shot soon. The first two were covere d by Medicare. Does anyone know whether subsequent Prolia shots are covered fully? My pharmacy wanted $900. The drug cost about $1500.
Evie

A MyOsteoTeam Member

I took only one Prolia shot. It made every muscle/bone in my body hurt for most of the six months until I didn't take the second shot for the year timeframe. Prolia is covered by Medicare because it… read more

October 20, 2022

I’m In The Beginning Stages Of Osteoporosis.

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Any recommendations for a good vit D ?

A MyOsteoTeam Member

Don’t take anything on your own. Get bloodwork. Your doc will know how much to tell you to take from the bloodwork. I take 2400 mg of calcium per day and 10,000 IU of vitamin D3. Doc determined I… read more

August 17, 2022

Ha Anyone Had Experience With Taking Romofozumab (Eventy) Or Teriparatide (Terrosa).

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Sydney, AU
A MyOsteoTeam Member

I am on it now. 1 more month. Evinity.

August 9, 2022

What Do You Wear For A Kyphotic Posture?

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I know that most of you in this group are overwhelmed with the diagnosis of osteoporosis, Dexa Scores, and medicine choices. However, I have a different concern. What do others wear for a kyphotic back, forward shoulders, and a forward-thrusting head who still want to be stylish? I am very high-waisted with my front being shorter than my length in the back. I don't want to live in sweats
I also have balance problems so recommendations about shoes that are not athletic or orthopedic looking… read more

A MyOsteoTeam Member

Me too,

August 11, 2022

I Have Severe Osteoporosis And Have Been On Prolia Which Is No Longer Working For Me. My Specialist Is Considering Teriparatide.

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Dapto, AU

Has anyone had any experience or side effects with Teriparatide. Apparently I inject it every day for 18 months.

A MyOsteoTeam Member

You got this!!

April 24, 2023
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