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How often are adults given general anaesthesia by gas/mask induction over IV? (UK Based)

Quick question, how often are adults in the UK given general anaesthesia by mask induction over IV? I believe mask induction these days is largely done with...

Quick question, how often are adults in the UK given general anaesthesia by mask...

Warp9

•3 months ago

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kyphosis

I was diagnosed with OP about 10 years ago due to an early menopause at 38 and was put on the weekly medication of Alendronic Acid along with calcichew....

I was diagnosed with OP about 10 years ago due to an early menopause at 38 and w...

Kimm4

•6 months ago

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Teriparatide injections

Recently I was prescribed teriparatide injections by Terrosa pen stored in fridge. I need to buy a travel fridge designed for diabetics for my forthcoming...

Recently I was prescribed teriparatide injections by Terrosa pen stored in fridg...

Cercis

•1 year ago

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Dexa score

I am 70 yrs old and recently had a bone scan,and was wondering if someone could tell me what my score means??I just dont understand the charts. results are...

I am 70 yrs old and recently had a bone scan,and was wondering if someone could ...

ritaannrich

•2 years ago

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AA and side effects

Hello i was diagnosed with osteoporosis a few months back the GP wants me to go on AA still cant make up my mind as there are so many side effects,i am in my...

Hello i was diagnosed with osteoporosis a few months back the GP wants me to go ...

unluckyalf

•2 years ago

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DEXA results- 29 yo female

Hi everyone I posted on here recently regrading a recent osteoporosis diagnosis. I’ve just received my results and wondered if anyone can help interpret...

Hi everyone I posted on here recently regrading a recent osteoporosis diagnosi...

Ms28

•3 years ago

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Osteoarthritis treatment

I have osteoarthritis in both my knees and the doc is giving me cortisone injections in them both tomorrow. I have diabetes and glaucoma so have read my blood...

I have osteoarthritis in both my knees and the doc is giving me cortisone inject...

yvonneu

•3 years ago

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Advise Bonexcin

I am knew on this page. I would like advise from people who used Bonexcin and what the results are. Kind regards

I am knew on this page. I would like advise from people who used Bonexcin and w...

amiebene

•3 years ago

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AA again

As I have said many times,avoid AA if you can.or at least only take for a short time. Before the damage was known I took it for 7 years and suffered 2...

As I have said many times,avoid AA if you can.or at least only take for a short ...

Gillymar

•3 years ago

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Did anyone else react to AA

Hi I am 62 with osteoporosis, this was diagnosed due Hyperparathyroid problems. Had op successfully removed offending anadoma. Took 4 Lots of AA since then my...

Hi I am 62 with osteoporosis, this was diagnosed due Hyperparathyroid problems. ...

Sowen59

•3 years ago

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Getting off Prolia

I've posted before and I received so much support on this site. Had only 1 shot of Prolia and my endo said I need to be on relay drug (Fosomax). I live in...

I've posted before and I received so much support on this site. Had only 1 shot...

Dmck009

•3 years ago

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Osteoporosis worries

Hi all, I have had severe rheumatoid arthritis for 39 years. In later years I’ve had both hips and knees replaced. Recently I suffered a fractured shin. At the...

Hi all, I have had severe rheumatoid arthritis for 39 years. In later years I’ve...

Acorn26

•3 years ago

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Alendronic acid

Does anyone know how long side effects can last why taking alendronic acid

Dolliedodge

•4 years ago

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What can I do about a 6 month old Non-union fracture?

Hello, for context a few months ago I got into a motorcycle accident and banged up my left thumb pretty bad. I went to a clinic and got x-rays done, which came...

Hello, for context a few months ago I got into a motorcycle accident and banged ...

Blue5847

•4 years ago

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Anyone with constant back pain

I am struggling to work out what is causing the pain now. I have been on Forteo for 2 and half months. Getting lumbar type pain across the back, but worse, lot...

I am struggling to work out what is causing the pain now. I have been on Forteo ...

cmoc

•4 years ago

14 Replies

Missed prolia injection

Missed my 6monthly injection of prolia because of corona virus. Will I have any problems whilst waiting for another appointment

Missed my 6monthly injection of prolia because of corona virus. Will I have any ...

Caz137

•4 years ago

22 Replies

Anyone else have a -4.5 T-score?

Hello. I just found out a week ago that my T-score is -4.5 and I have severe osteoporosis. I have yet to hear or read of a score that bad. Even my doctor said...

Hello. I just found out a week ago that my T-score is -4.5 and I have severe ost...

lightbody

•5 years ago

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K2 spray - how/when to take it

Hi I was previously taking k2 mk7 in a capsule, 120ug. Took it with breakfast. Think I read not to take in the evening due to risk of insomnia. I just bought...

Hi I was previously taking k2 mk7 in a capsule, 120ug. Took it with breakfast. T...

Justme13

•5 years ago

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Calcium Oronate

I have osteoporosis. I presently take a calcium citrate supplement (together with vitamins K2-7, D3 and other supplements) to try to strengthen my bones or at...

I have osteoporosis. I presently take a calcium citrate supplement (together wit...

t1gernidster

•5 years ago

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SPINAL FRACTURES: PAIN IN THE RIBS.

Hi, I have 4 spinal fractures, 2 of which are in the thoracic region. My most recent one is in T9. At the time of my fracture I experienced severe pain around...

Hi, I have 4 spinal fractures, 2 of which are in the thoracic region. My most re...

Sunseaandsand

•5 years ago

35 Replies

HELP! Magnesium is wrecking my life!

To save going over my situation, my first post on this forum regarding Osteopenia and Prolia can be found at:...

To save going over my situation, my first post on this forum regarding Osteopeni...

Exbury1905

•5 years ago

54 Replies

Questions on law suits

I am searching for info about law suits and class action suits on the drug prolia.

I am searching for info about law suits and class action suits on the drug proli...

AllieMc

•5 years ago

13 Replies

Unsure what to do

Hi, I’m taking Alendronic acid weekly at the moment. I was thinking of getting bisphosphonates by twice yearly injection instead. I’d love to know if anyone...

Hi, I’m taking Alendronic acid weekly at the moment. I was thinking of getting b...

Walkingdogs

•6 years ago

16 Replies

HRT and Seniors

Hello, I am a 73 year old retired female. I was taking a low dose of Estrogen/Progestrogen until June of this year when my doctor found some cells that...

Hello, I am a 73 year old retired female. I was taking a low dose of Estrogen/...

aboutme123

•6 years ago

34 Replies

Rebound fractures after Prolia.

Has anyone on here had 7 vertebral fractures or more after discontinuing Prolia. If so did they stop after a year. I’ve had 7 and have had no new ones in last...

Has anyone on here had 7 vertebral fractures or more after discontinuing Prolia....

Fracturegirl

•6 years ago

24 Replies

DXA scan and previous hip replacement

Hi, I'm having my DXA scan tomorrow and the email I received said I can't have the scan if I've had a Radio-opaque implant as in a hip replacement. I had a...

Hi, I'm having my DXA scan tomorrow and the email I received said I can't have ...

judej

•7 years ago

2 Replies

HELLO, I AM NEW HERE

Hello, I have just joined and looking for some help with making decisions about managing my osteoporosis. I am 64, have CFS (M.E) and had migraine associated...

Hello, I have just joined and looking for some help with making decisions about...

cmoc

•7 years ago

33 Replies

Broken ankle, should I be concerned?

Hi, I have kind of neglected my health, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in my lower back in 2009 at the age of 38 and given calcium tablets and Alendronic...

Hi, I have kind of neglected my health, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in my ...

60sSarah

•7 years ago

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Can I improve my osteoporosis in my back

I am only 61 yrs old and just found out that my osteoporosis has worsened. My t score is T-3.8. How can I improve this score with what kind of exercises....

I am only 61 yrs old and just found out that my osteoporosis has worsened. My t ...

Lindaakpos

•7 years ago

7 Replies

Possible spine fracture in upper back

I was out walking my dog with a friend on Thursday and he affectionately very gently patted my back (just below small of my back) when we were chatting. Since...

I was out walking my dog with a friend on Thursday and he affectionately very ge...

1965Katy

•7 years ago

16 Replies

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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK

Questions posts

How often are adults given general anaesthesia by gas/mask induction over IV? (UK Based)

kyphosis

Teriparatide injections

Dexa score

AA and side effects

DEXA results- 29 yo female

Osteoarthritis treatment

Advise Bonexcin

AA again

Did anyone else react to AA

Getting off Prolia

Osteoporosis worries

Alendronic acid

What can I do about a 6 month old Non-union fracture?

Anyone with constant back pain

Missed prolia injection

Anyone else have a -4.5 T-score?

K2 spray - how/when to take it

Calcium Oronate

SPINAL FRACTURES: PAIN IN THE RIBS.

HELP! Magnesium is wrecking my life!

Questions on law suits

Unsure what to do

HRT and Seniors

Rebound fractures after Prolia.

DXA scan and previous hip replacement

HELLO, I AM NEW HERE

Broken ankle, should I be concerned?

Can I improve my osteoporosis in my back

Possible spine fracture in upper back

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