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Thyroidectomy
I have severe Graves for about 8 years with high antibodies and told will not be likely to achieve remission and am likely to go overactive very quickly. I have severe symptoms with bad effect on my heart, breathing etc. and have been taken into A&E by ambulance a number of times with relapses. I have
I have severe Graves for about 8 years with high antibodies and told will not be likely to achieve remission and am likely to go overactive very quickly. I have severe symptoms with bad effect on my heart, breathing etc. and have been taken into A&E by ambulance a number of times with relapses. I have
LonelyPlace
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
reclast infusion
I have had 1 reclast infusion last April, nobody told me that you are supposed to take a calcium supplement while on it,anyone else know this.
I have had 1 reclast infusion last April, nobody told me that you are supposed to take a calcium supplement while on it,anyone else know this.
Radars
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
7 months ago
I asked ChatGPT about Fosamax. How does the medication Fosamax fake your DEXA score?
This was the reply. Fosamax (alendronate) is a bisphosphonate medication used to treat and prevent osteoporosis. It works by inhibiting bone resorption, which is the process where bone is broken down and its minerals are released into the bloodstream. Here’s how Fosamax can influence Dexa (Dual-energy
This was the reply. Fosamax (alendronate) is a bisphosphonate medication used to treat and prevent osteoporosis. It works by inhibiting bone resorption, which is the process where bone is broken down and its minerals are released into the bloodstream. Here’s how Fosamax can influence Dexa (Dual-energy
Capan24
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
1 month ago
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Strontium citrate results in regaining bone
For those who ask if bone can be regained without pharmaceuticals – you may be interested in this. I am 73 and was diagnosed with osteoporosis more than a decade ago. My bone density tests have shown continual decline. My doctor urged me to take Prolia but I declined. I researched strontium citrate,
For those who ask if bone can be regained without pharmaceuticals – you may be interested in this. I am 73 and was diagnosed with osteoporosis more than a decade ago. My bone density tests have shown continual decline. My doctor urged me to take Prolia but I declined. I researched strontium citrate,
Frida22
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Osteoporosis Support
1 month ago
do I need a calcium supplement
just had blood test results, serum calcium level below range, and serum creatinine level below range, do I need a calcium supplement,
just had blood test results, serum calcium level below range, and serum creatinine level below range, do I need a calcium supplement,
Radars
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
7 months ago
Fallout from PET/CT Scan
My PET/CT scan on November 1 detected progression of metastatic prostate cancer while on Lupron. This made my cancer castrate resistant and I am on Abiraterone 1000 mg + Prednisone 5 mg. The PET/CT report also stated severe coronary artery calcification. Yesterday I had CT scan of the heart. The report
My PET/CT scan on November 1 detected progression of metastatic prostate cancer while on Lupron. This made my cancer castrate resistant and I am on Abiraterone 1000 mg + Prednisone 5 mg. The PET/CT report also stated severe coronary artery calcification. Yesterday I had CT scan of the heart. The report
dac500
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Advanced Prostate Cancer
7 months ago
ct abdominal scan with contrast
I have limited systematic scleroderma for 10 years affecting hands and joints with calcium deposits xx due to bowel problem need a ct scan with contrast is this okay to have dye contrast into your arm With my condition will the dye effect kidneys . Your advice appreciated thank you I have scan for
I have limited systematic scleroderma for 10 years affecting hands and joints with calcium deposits xx due to bowel problem need a ct scan with contrast is this okay to have dye contrast into your arm With my condition will the dye effect kidneys . Your advice appreciated thank you I have scan for
Pycat123
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Scleroderma & Raynaud's UK (SRUK)
7 months ago
Need advice on these blood test results - wondering if it might be hypo, but Dr's all say numbers are fine.
I have just stumbled upon this site, and am hoping that you knowledgeable people can help me out.
The short story:
I'm undiagnosed, never been on any thyroid hormones. Feeling unwell for over 2 years - fatigue/tiredness, weight gain, hair loss (decreased hair density on scalp), loss of outer third
I have just stumbled upon this site, and am hoping that you knowledgeable people can help me out.
The short story:
I'm undiagnosed, never been on any thyroid hormones. Feeling unwell for over 2 years - fatigue/tiredness, weight gain, hair loss (decreased hair density on scalp), loss of outer third
Overlooked
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Calcium
I am on calcium channel blockers, does this block calcium getting to the heart only or the entire body? Is there any point in taking calcium supplements? Just wondering..
I am on calcium channel blockers, does this block calcium getting to the heart only or the entire body? Is there any point in taking calcium supplements? Just wondering..
Poppy451
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British Heart Foundation
7 months ago
Leg swelling - hyperthyroid
Hi, I was diagnosed with Graves two months ago, put on 20mg Carbimazole, 120mg Diltiazem daily. My last blood test on Dec 7 showed my thyroid numbers are in the normal range for the most part and so my Carbimazole dose was reduced to 5mg once per day; I was taken off the calcium channel blocker. I
Hi, I was diagnosed with Graves two months ago, put on 20mg Carbimazole, 120mg Diltiazem daily. My last blood test on Dec 7 showed my thyroid numbers are in the normal range for the most part and so my Carbimazole dose was reduced to 5mg once per day; I was taken off the calcium channel blocker. I
NewbieHyper
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Alternative to beta blockers
I was experiencing severe breathlessness whilst exercising which coincided with my use of a beta blocker to treat AF. As a result of this, my cardiologist took me off Bisoprolol and prescribed a drug named Diltiazem, which is a calcium channel blocker as opposed to a beta blocker. It has only been a
I was experiencing severe breathlessness whilst exercising which coincided with my use of a beta blocker to treat AF. As a result of this, my cardiologist took me off Bisoprolol and prescribed a drug named Diltiazem, which is a calcium channel blocker as opposed to a beta blocker. It has only been a
Joliesse
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British Heart Foundation
7 months ago
parathyroid specialist
Hello lovely people . I have really benefitted from advice on this forum as regards medication following my total thyroidectomy. I have been prescribed high doses if calcium supplements and since taking them developed very dry mouth at night, to the point of my mouth burning . Tried calcium carbonate
Hello lovely people . I have really benefitted from advice on this forum as regards medication following my total thyroidectomy. I have been prescribed high doses if calcium supplements and since taking them developed very dry mouth at night, to the point of my mouth burning . Tried calcium carbonate
Britpol
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Thyroid UK
5 months ago
vitamins what’s good to take
hello I’m new to page I’ve just been diagnosed with osteoporosis score is -2.8. I asked the nurse was this good or bad she had no idea. I’m on alendronic acid and calcium but I also take vitamin d. I tried to take magnesium as well but i stopped do you think magnesium is ok to take. I also take
hello I’m new to page I’ve just been diagnosed with osteoporosis score is -2.8. I asked the nurse was this good or bad she had no idea. I’m on alendronic acid and calcium but I also take vitamin d. I tried to take magnesium as well but i stopped do you think magnesium is ok to take. I also take
Dizzy-home-life
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Osteoporosis Support
7 months ago
cardiac asthma? Any info?
hi currently in A&E with what looks like cardiac asthma. I thought it was bronchial asthma when I came in but the team here think it is heart related. Any others on here have experience of this? I initially had AF which persisted for three months until cardio version, 2 years ago. Since then have been
hi currently in A&E with what looks like cardiac asthma. I thought it was bronchial asthma when I came in but the team here think it is heart related. Any others on here have experience of this? I initially had AF which persisted for three months until cardio version, 2 years ago. Since then have been
LKUK
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AF Association
7 months ago
help please - severe osteoporosis-3.5 on DEXA scan I’m just 48
hi hi Results DEXA Basically osteoporosis with ranges between -2.5 and -3.5 t score last thyroid T4 - 19 (12 to 22) Tsh - less than 0.01 T3 5.8 (4.1 to 6.8) my range at hospital is 4.1 to 6.8 previous to starting t3 med my t3 was 2.1 - probsbly for years! I haven’t started hrt so no wonder
hi hi Results DEXA Basically osteoporosis with ranges between -2.5 and -3.5 t score last thyroid T4 - 19 (12 to 22) Tsh - less than 0.01 T3 5.8 (4.1 to 6.8) my range at hospital is 4.1 to 6.8 previous to starting t3 med my t3 was 2.1 - probsbly for years! I haven’t started hrt so no wonder
Chouchou1234
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Thyroid UK
7 months ago
Prostrate Cancer treatment ADT
HiI am being treated for PC. After diagnose I was put on ADT treatment. This stops testosterone production. Had a bone scan and found I have osteopenia. I am taking a calcium citrate with vitamin D. Also once per week Alendronate 70mg. Has anyone else been in the same boat? Thanks
HiI am being treated for PC. After diagnose I was put on ADT treatment. This stops testosterone production. Had a bone scan and found I have osteopenia. I am taking a calcium citrate with vitamin D. Also once per week Alendronate 70mg. Has anyone else been in the same boat? Thanks
RWRB
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Osteoporosis Support
2 months ago
How I keep my tinnitus at a manageable baseline
I have had tinnitus in both ears for around five years now and have had many spikes and have spent extended periods with 10/10 tinnitus but as of now fortunately and touchwood I haven’t had a significant spike in two and a half years and am at a manageable baseline. Getting tinnitus made be become hyperaware
I have had tinnitus in both ears for around five years now and have had many spikes and have spent extended periods with 10/10 tinnitus but as of now fortunately and touchwood I haven’t had a significant spike in two and a half years and am at a manageable baseline. Getting tinnitus made be become hyperaware
Kipp3
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Tinnitus UK
7 months ago
Change clinics after failed first attempt?
Hi all! I’ve just completed my first ivf cycle and I’m looking for some advice from more experienced ivf ladies. in a nutshell, I’m wondering if I should change clinics or question them further. I am 40 and had previous successful pregnancy and miscarriages (12 years ago) good amh, afc and retrieved
Hi all! I’ve just completed my first ivf cycle and I’m looking for some advice from more experienced ivf ladies. in a nutshell, I’m wondering if I should change clinics or question them further. I am 40 and had previous successful pregnancy and miscarriages (12 years ago) good amh, afc and retrieved
Ses9
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Fertility Network UK
7 months ago
Pain everywhere.
I've been 10+ yrs searching for answers. I had some bladder problems in 2013. Doctors did surgery. I almost died. Apparently they told me my blood vessels looked funny. They didn't know if they "knicked " me or what but I lost 8 pints of blood very quickly. They barely got me transfusion in time. I chalked
I've been 10+ yrs searching for answers. I had some bladder problems in 2013. Doctors did surgery. I almost died. Apparently they told me my blood vessels looked funny. They didn't know if they "knicked " me or what but I lost 8 pints of blood very quickly. They barely got me transfusion in time. I chalked
CountryGirl9636
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Partners for Behcet's
7 months ago
Advice Please
I have been following your very informative helpful forum since the beginning of this year as I’m struggling to understand why I am so totally exhausted and feel generally run down each and every day. I do have Inflammatory Arthritis which is not totally controlled and at the beginning of the year (1st
I have been following your very informative helpful forum since the beginning of this year as I’m struggling to understand why I am so totally exhausted and feel generally run down each and every day. I do have Inflammatory Arthritis which is not totally controlled and at the beginning of the year (1st
CallMeSunny
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Thyroid UK
6 months ago
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