Experiences with

Adrenal cortex extract (ACE)

I'm new to this group. My mom suffered an L1 fracture 5 years ago, was diagnosed with osteoporosis and put on Reclast injections for 4 years . Her levels were good so they stopped it. After a year, T12 fracture (kyphoplasty surgery scheduled next week) Now they are suggesting 1 of 3 options -- Forteo

Hi All, My recent saliva cortisol/DHEA results have returned - Smart Nutrition/Geneva labs came back after 10 working days. I have elevated cortisol and a blunted CAR. I’m not really sure what that all means but my theory of having low cortisol has gone out of the window! All of my symptoms (except

I've been trawling over my posts/diaries/test results trying to establish a pattern where I feel good. Obviously there can be many co-contributing factors, and I'm not as far as I'm aware a classic hashi as I've always had negative antibodies. I suspect I might be central hypo but no-one has ever confirmed

I just can’ t believe it. My new dexa came back worse than the last one, and this is after 2 years on Forteo. Now I have to take reclast and that is very scary. After 9 years of dealing with this,and many fractures, I am very tired of it all. How much can a person take🫨 Sorry for the rant

Has anyone used Forteo for osteoporosis? My husband’s PCP recommended it. She said it builds bone. Any reason not to?

I am 62 female with severe osteoporosis scoliosis and kyphosis suffered T12 spinal fracture. After being on Alendronic Acid weekly tablet for 2 years I am now being prescribed Teriparatide. My question is has anyone had this drug brand name Sondlebay and is it different with different side effects to

Hi - I'm 81 years old. I had a double mastectomy in 2022, and am taking Arimidex. My bone density went down rapidly to about -2.6 . My oncologist recommended an exercise company called Osteo Strong which I am trying out. I am skeptical about the claims to increase bone density since their research

My wife was borderline cushing's disease back in fall. For years she had a nodule on her adrenal gland that was creating significant health issues. Had surgery to remove the one gland back in November, and then was on a course of hydrocortisone for about 4 months (gradually decreasing dosage until done

Hi everyone, I have severe osteoporosis, and was told that I need to start daily Forteo injections for 2 years to build up my bone. Has anyone here experienced adverse effects on RLS due to osteoporosis meds? Thanks for any information you may care to share!

I’ve been taking adrenal cortex, hydrocortisone, DHEA, liquorice extract. Plus tried various other things to clear toxic metals, help low stomach acid plus glycin to calm the nerves to help sleep. I have recently stopped the hydrocortisone as I have put weight on.

I just completed my 1 yr of Evenity and got good results on my DEXA. My Endocrinologist recommended Reclast IV. I’ve hesitated to take Bisphosphonates because of the side effects. Has anyone used Reclast after Evenity or Forteo ( in used 2016-2018). I also used Prolia from 2019 - 2023. I’m in the USA

I am finishing the 2 Year bone shot Forteo. I need to start the next medication, something like prolia. Because I have a history of teeth problems, I am really scared of the drugs that can cause necrosis of the jaw. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who has developed this. I have had pmr for

hello, I’ve repeatedly had lowish 9am cortisol (around 250ish mark) but passed SST. However, private endo has said he wants to trial a low dose of hydrocortisone to see if it helps my symptoms of chronic fatigue, headaches, muscle aches etc. etc. I’m nervous to trial a steroid when I don’t have Addison

Monday I had the procedure under general anesthesia-safely and successfully. The did give IV cortef at the start of the procedure. Since they needed to intubate my throat is sore for days but my ears-especially the right one are achy. I was debating why aching now; pollen count is moderate,and my jaw

Hello I wondered if anyone could help, I was referred to an endo for my thyroid as my TSH was 0.1 and ts3 was 6.4 (range 4-6) so they thought I could gave hyperthyroidism especially with my symptoms of fatigue, abdominal pain, weakness and graves in my family, etc however I did the tests and my TSH have

I have had two trabulectomy operations in last 3 years it’s left me with very dry eyes. I have always had Hylo-Forte lubricant eye drops. Preservative Free. I pay for prescription. Last month GP would not presecribe them and gave me Eyeaze drops one eye had a reaction I did a Yellow Card. Has anyone

During the trials for Forteo what percentage of the patients developed bone cancer and what type of bone cancer did they develop? Also has anyone taken it longer than 2 years?

So, with some non-cancer treatment related bumps, my husband is recovering well from hip replacement. It's been a very long six weeks, but well worth having the surgery. Has dramatically improved qol. Anyway, one of the bumps in the road was a severe gout attack which is now under control. He was

Hi All I currently take tumeric and black pepper casuals from nutrition geeks which I have found really helpful for aching/stiff joints. They have recently launched their Collagen Powder which I would also like to try but I’m wondering if it’s safe to do so while taking Levo? I would space it out and

I missed my dose yesterday. I'm normally on the ball there, but not that day. So my basic grade tinnitus is roaring away. It's there most of the time anyway but lower with Ginkgo. Often it goes away for a bit. Thanks, Ginkgo. Dosage is 90mg, taken over a day. 3 x 30mg. Then nothing for a full 2 days