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Risk factors for Osteoporosis - Bone Matters Series

In this #BoneMatters recorded discussion with Professor Neil Gittoes, we explore the different risk factors for osteoporosis and broken bones, and why you need...

In this #BoneMatters recorded discussion with Professor Neil Gittoes, we explore...

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Partner•2 years ago

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new diagnosis of osteoporosis

I have just been diagnosed with osteoporosis after several years of cracking ribs during floor exercises. Do other people experience rib problems and do you...

I have just been diagnosed with osteoporosis after several years of cracking rib...

Yodel

•2 years ago

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Amitriptyline

Hello just wondering has anyone else been prescribed this for pain and to help sleeping,and has it helped.

Hello just wondering has anyone else been prescribed this for pain and to help s...

unluckyalf

•2 years ago

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Weight gain

has anybody had a problem with weight gain on teriperatide? I started a daily injection with Terrossa just over 2 months ago. I am very active but despite...

has anybody had a problem with weight gain on teriperatide? I started a daily i...

Zumbablue

•2 years ago

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reporting on visit to Dr with possibility of cell therapy

It’s not available for osteoporosis but it is available for osteoarthritis at a cost of $3,000 total. I asked what was the most effective drug for...

It’s not available for osteoporosis but it is available for osteoarthritis at a ...

MWZ3

•2 years ago

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Medication

I am experiencing hot sweats, dry mouth, fatigue. I have osteoporosis although not on meds yet and I have underactive thyroid. As advised I took magnesium but...

I am experiencing hot sweats, dry mouth, fatigue. I have osteoporosis although n...

Padster60

•2 years ago

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Zoledronic acid infusion.

I had a zoledronic acid infusion 5 weeks ago I am now experiencing a lot of upper abdominal pain. I thought this was only the case with the oral medication. I...

I had a zoledronic acid infusion 5 weeks ago I am now experiencing a lot of uppe...

jimister

•2 years ago

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OH/OH 125 problem

Hello, I wonder if anyone's doctor has talked about a OH/OH 125 issue as a possible issue in osteoporosis? I don't understand what this explanation means - is...

Hello, I wonder if anyone's doctor has talked about a OH/OH 125 issue as a poss...

Ruth-S

•2 years ago

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compreshion fractures

hi all had an mri scan i have osteophorisis and rheumatoid arthritus and fibromyalgia and many more i am worried .i have 9 fractures not sure where they are...

hi all had an mri scan i have osteophorisis and rheumatoid arthritus and fibro...

sammason57

•2 years ago

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Bisphosphonates and joint problems - are these related?

For the second time this year I am about to have surgery to remove bone from a joint. In May this year I had a cheilectomy to remove bone from my big toe...

For the second time this year I am about to have surgery to remove bone from a j...

scd2211

•2 years ago

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stem cell therapy

I’m wondering about stem cell therapy for osteoporosis rather than any of the drugs. Has anyone else been researching this? It’s in a quite a few countries....

I’m wondering about stem cell therapy for osteoporosis rather than any of the dr...

MWZ3

•2 years ago

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Has anyone been on Prolia since they were in their 50s or early 60s and stayed on it long term?

I would be interested in hearing from anyone (or if you know someone) who has been on Prolia (denosumab) since they were in their 50s or early 60s, and stayed...

I would be interested in hearing from anyone (or if you know someone) who has be...

MollyStark

•2 years ago

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osteoporosis and products to help

hi everyone. Been on alendronic acid for about 4 months but have had a small problem of irritation in my throat, causing coughing. Coughing is painful,...

hi everyone. Been on alendronic acid for about 4 months but have had a small p...

Errp82

•2 years ago

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steroid spray

l have osteoporosis,the doctor give me mometasone furoate spray for my nose inflammation 1 spray each nostril twice a day, could the steroid in the spray...

l have osteoporosis,the doctor give me mometasone furoate spray for my nose infl...

KE-n

•2 years ago

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Corticosteroids injectins while on Prloia

Hi All, Has anyone had the experience of Corticosteroid injections into the L l4/5 and L5/S1 Facet joints while on Prolia. I have concerns about the risk of...

Hi All, Has anyone had the experience of Corticosteroid injections into the L l...

Akiki

•2 years ago

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Nutrition Q&A - Bone Matters Series

Hear from experts about how eating and drinking the right things can support your bone health at every stage of your life - https://youtu.be/krxb0nCGaWY Read...

Hear from experts about how eating and drinking the right things can support you...

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Partner•2 years ago

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Oedema in legs from limited mobility

Any tips for reducing oedema in legs except for diuretics ? Although I get up often,it’s only briefly due to pain from #s lumbars 1-5 & T13.I live on recliner...

Any tips for reducing oedema in legs except for diuretics ? Although I get up of...

fraid

•2 years ago

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denosumab injections

Hi Everyone, I’m hoping to get some advice so I can make an informed decision about treatment with denosumab. I am 61 and I had a small hormone-related...

Hi Everyone, I’m hoping to get some advice so I can make an informed decision a...

Calamintha

•2 years ago

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vitamin K2MK7

Hi Everyone. I’m confused about vit K2MK7. I need to re-order, but not sure of best brand nor the right dosage. I’ve had natto based from Nutrizing and the...

Hi Everyone. I’m confused about vit K2MK7. I need to re-order, but not sure of b...

Snowybear

•2 years ago

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Need help understanding Dexa scores

Can anyone here help me interpret my Dexa scores here please? see attached August 2018 and August 2022 results. in 2018 I already had one hip replacement, so...

Can anyone here help me interpret my Dexa scores here please? see attached Augu...

GypsyGal2

•2 years ago

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HRT for treatment of osteoporosis

Hi. Can anyone offer their experience of using HRT to help build bone density instead of the usual bisphonates ? I have had a REMS scan recently which shows...

Hi. Can anyone offer their experience of using HRT to help build bone density in...

stillmovin

•2 years ago

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Progress report after two years on Forsteo and ongoing treatment

I have just completed my two year course of Forsteo. My latest DEXA results are below, along with my two previous DEXA results for comparision. All done on the...

I have just completed my two year course of Forsteo. My latest DEXA results are ...

MollyStark

•2 years ago

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results of X-rays

These are the results of recent X-rays. Up to now, I haven’t had any knowledge of any fractures. I have refused the drugs for osteoporosis as I believe them to...

These are the results of recent X-rays. Up to now, I haven’t had any knowledge o...

MWZ3

•2 years ago

35 Replies

Help us improve the forum by filling in our quick survey

We’re seeking funding to develop the online forum and our peer support service at the Royal Osteoporosis Society. Please help us by filling in this short...

We’re seeking funding to develop the online forum and our peer support service a...

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Partner•2 years ago

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Strontium, is it helpful for bone density?

GypsyGal2

•2 years ago

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All posts for November 2022

Risk factors for Osteoporosis - Bone Matters Series

new diagnosis of osteoporosis

Amitriptyline

Weight gain

reporting on visit to Dr with possibility of cell therapy

Medication

Zoledronic acid infusion.

OH/OH 125 problem

compreshion fractures

Bisphosphonates and joint problems - are these related?

stem cell therapy

Has anyone been on Prolia since they were in their 50s or early 60s and stayed on it long term?

osteoporosis and products to help

steroid spray

Corticosteroids injectins while on Prloia

Nutrition Q&A - Bone Matters Series

Oedema in legs from limited mobility

denosumab injections

vitamin K2MK7

Need help understanding Dexa scores

HRT for treatment of osteoporosis

Progress report after two years on Forsteo and ongoing treatment

results of X-rays

Help us improve the forum by filling in our quick survey

Strontium, is it helpful for bone density?

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