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I have been feeling bit cocky as I think I've been doing well.....decided to take the step method of tapering (Kate Gilbert book) Dr supporting me.....Now down to 8/7 mg of steroids 2 days for this week..... discomfort in right shoulder but nothing to complain about... Yesterday I was poleaxed could
I have been feeling bit cocky as I think I've been doing well.....decided to take the step method of tapering (Kate Gilbert book) Dr supporting me.....Now down to 8/7 mg of steroids 2 days for this week..... discomfort in right shoulder but nothing to complain about... Yesterday I was poleaxed could
Tescohednesford
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PMRGCAuk
23 days ago
Low Ferritin
Have tested low (below ref range) twice on Evenity, has anyone else had their ferritin tested whilst on a bone drug and seen low ferritin? I have read calcium can stop the absorbtion of iron which may be the reason, not sure. Thanks
Have tested low (below ref range) twice on Evenity, has anyone else had their ferritin tested whilst on a bone drug and seen low ferritin? I have read calcium can stop the absorbtion of iron which may be the reason, not sure. Thanks
cmoc
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
24 days ago
heart rate / calcium channel blockers
Hi, I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask but at the end of May I had an episode of vasovagal syncope and was diagnosed with pernicious anemia, which I was then medicated for. I continued to have fainting episodes and was then diagnosed with orthostatic hypotension. My heart rate rises by 50bpm
Hi, I’m not sure if this is the right place to ask but at the end of May I had an episode of vasovagal syncope and was diagnosed with pernicious anemia, which I was then medicated for. I continued to have fainting episodes and was then diagnosed with orthostatic hypotension. My heart rate rises by 50bpm
Connie2372
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British Heart Foundation
25 days ago
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Blood Tests to show if Calcium is being absorbed into the bones and not elsewhere....
Does anyone know if there's blood test than can tell if the calcium supplements are in fact going to the right place ( the bones) and not being absorbed into the bloodstream, if so what's it called? I have been diagnosed, via the DEXA scan, with severe osteoporosis, but I don't understand the explanation
Does anyone know if there's blood test than can tell if the calcium supplements are in fact going to the right place ( the bones) and not being absorbed into the bloodstream, if so what's it called? I have been diagnosed, via the DEXA scan, with severe osteoporosis, but I don't understand the explanation
Cheerleader123
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
1 month ago
Milk - what works best?
This may already have been covered but I’d love to know about other people’s milk journey. We know we need calcium but should the milk we drink be full fat or semi skimmed? Would we be better off with plant based ‘milks’, do they provide sufficient calcium? Is Lactose free milk a good thing? And what
This may already have been covered but I’d love to know about other people’s milk journey. We know we need calcium but should the milk we drink be full fat or semi skimmed? Would we be better off with plant based ‘milks’, do they provide sufficient calcium? Is Lactose free milk a good thing? And what
Thelmarina
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PMRGCAuk
1 month ago
Ckd 2 and Amlodipine
I'm taking a low dose of Amlodipine now and Lisinopril to regulate blood pressure. I've read there have been some evidence of calcium blockers contributing to progression. I'm checking sources with conflicting views. Any input from the group? Thanks for your time!
I'm taking a low dose of Amlodipine now and Lisinopril to regulate blood pressure. I've read there have been some evidence of calcium blockers contributing to progression. I'm checking sources with conflicting views. Any input from the group? Thanks for your time!
Live4Hope
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Kidney Disease
1 month ago
Dexa Scan
Hello Everyone, I am currently on the waiting list to see another endocrinologist as I have hypocalemia and PTH insufficiency (hypoPARAthyroidism non surgical).. My urine calcium is also low. I keep getting intermittent joint paint mostly in my wrists and wondered if I need a dexa scan and if GPs
Hello Everyone, I am currently on the waiting list to see another endocrinologist as I have hypocalemia and PTH insufficiency (hypoPARAthyroidism non surgical).. My urine calcium is also low. I keep getting intermittent joint paint mostly in my wrists and wondered if I need a dexa scan and if GPs
Owl84
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
1 month ago
Please share any experience of meds to try and prevent osteoporosis especially Zoledronic acid and Romosozumab
I've recently had spinal or vertebral compression fractures and am now talking to various health care professionals and researching my options to try and prevent further fractures in the future. Because the risk is so high given my age (young at 63 but post-menopause) and long-term steroids I may
I've recently had spinal or vertebral compression fractures and am now talking to various health care professionals and researching my options to try and prevent further fractures in the future. Because the risk is so high given my age (young at 63 but post-menopause) and long-term steroids I may
tangocharlie
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PMRGCAuk
1 month ago
Hyperparathyroidism and Bones
I had primary hyperthyroidism in 2014 with two adenomas removed. It's been a long time since I've had my PTH level checked. I was reading that you should have ongoing annual check-ups of calcium and PTH levels to detect any long-term changes or recurrence of hyperparathyroidism. I feel fine and don't
I had primary hyperthyroidism in 2014 with two adenomas removed. It's been a long time since I've had my PTH level checked. I was reading that you should have ongoing annual check-ups of calcium and PTH levels to detect any long-term changes or recurrence of hyperparathyroidism. I feel fine and don't
Capan24
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
1 month ago
Anyone have an opinion on this issue as I prepare to see a MO?
Could the PET/CT SCAN have read the high glucose in my system as met pelvic lymph nodes and met bone? Just asking since I was looking over my medical records for the last 10 years and the calcium number has always been in the mid-range, but the glucose has always been very high. (I am a type 2 diabetic
Could the PET/CT SCAN have read the high glucose in my system as met pelvic lymph nodes and met bone? Just asking since I was looking over my medical records for the last 10 years and the calcium number has always been in the mid-range, but the glucose has always been very high. (I am a type 2 diabetic
PARKER3237
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Advanced Prostate Cancer
1 month ago
Could MCAS a possibility?
Hello everyone, I have been wondering for a while if I could have MACS. Last year I was diagnosed with a Raw Pecan allergy, borderline brazil and salami allergy through raw food skin to skin prick testing and given epi pens. My immunologist at the time did not want to risk it as I have asthma and
Hello everyone, I have been wondering for a while if I could have MACS. Last year I was diagnosed with a Raw Pecan allergy, borderline brazil and salami allergy through raw food skin to skin prick testing and given epi pens. My immunologist at the time did not want to risk it as I have asthma and
Owl84
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The UK Mastocytosis Support Group
1 month ago
Vibrations and low thyroid??
Hi my name is Babs! im still figuring out how to use this site but I can’t say enough how unfortunately happy I was to find other ppl who are dealing with this also! Mine started about six months ago when I started weaning down on my gabapentin. Then my thyroid started acting up, and it seemed like
Hi my name is Babs! im still figuring out how to use this site but I can’t say enough how unfortunately happy I was to find other ppl who are dealing with this also! Mine started about six months ago when I started weaning down on my gabapentin. Then my thyroid started acting up, and it seemed like
Babs4of5
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Thyroid UK
1 month ago
Update
Good morning everyone. Still warm and breathing, was locked out of my account and only just got back in. When I was first diagnosed with GCA I was on HRT I was told by the Rheumatologist that I should stay on it to protect my bones from the Prednisolone. My DEXA showed normal density probably due
Good morning everyone. Still warm and breathing, was locked out of my account and only just got back in. When I was first diagnosed with GCA I was on HRT I was told by the Rheumatologist that I should stay on it to protect my bones from the Prednisolone. My DEXA showed normal density probably due
EdithWales
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PMRGCAuk
1 month ago
Anyone diagnosed with Esophageal Spasms?
My GERD has taken a change for the worse and now experiencing what the gastro thinks are esophageal spasms, probably triggered by GERD. Very painful and they come and go in waves. Currently keeping them somewhat in check with the calcium channel blocker Diltiazem. Wondering if anyone else has this
My GERD has taken a change for the worse and now experiencing what the gastro thinks are esophageal spasms, probably triggered by GERD. Very painful and they come and go in waves. Currently keeping them somewhat in check with the calcium channel blocker Diltiazem. Wondering if anyone else has this
mjames1
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Acid Reflux Support
2 months ago
Verapamil
Hello there. Quick question, I have read the literature on the tablet and posts, but can anyone tell me if Verapamil is categorised as a blood thinner. Sorry I know it’s a beta blocker but that’s calcium. I’m currently on other medication and I’m checking if they are working against each other
Hello there. Quick question, I have read the literature on the tablet and posts, but can anyone tell me if Verapamil is categorised as a blood thinner. Sorry I know it’s a beta blocker but that’s calcium. I’m currently on other medication and I’m checking if they are working against each other
JenWro
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British Heart Foundation
2 months ago
Calcium and Levothyroxine
I've heard that I must not have any Calcium intake four hours before and after taking Levothyroxine, as the calcium absorbs the drug, lessening its effectiveness. Has anybody else heard of this?
I've heard that I must not have any Calcium intake four hours before and after taking Levothyroxine, as the calcium absorbs the drug, lessening its effectiveness. Has anybody else heard of this?
PillJunkie
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Help with blood test results please
Hi All I've recently had 2 blood tests - one was a private finger prick test through monitormyhealth.com. The reason I took the tests was because I've not felt 'right' for quite some months. Insomnia (but then falling asleep at my desk during the day), constant aches and pains, headaches, unable
Hi All I've recently had 2 blood tests - one was a private finger prick test through monitormyhealth.com. The reason I took the tests was because I've not felt 'right' for quite some months. Insomnia (but then falling asleep at my desk during the day), constant aches and pains, headaches, unable
haysmarie
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Flares trying to get from 9 mg to 8 mg
I got PMR in May 2023 and I was diagnosed in Sept 2023. I started on 20 mg and have tapered down to 9 with just one flare. I did a 5 week taper March 1st, trying to get from 9 to 8 mg, but at the end of the 5 week plan on an 8 mg dose, I started getting groin and hip pain and morning stiffness. I tried
I got PMR in May 2023 and I was diagnosed in Sept 2023. I started on 20 mg and have tapered down to 9 with just one flare. I did a 5 week taper March 1st, trying to get from 9 to 8 mg, but at the end of the 5 week plan on an 8 mg dose, I started getting groin and hip pain and morning stiffness. I tried
proactive
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PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
foods to eat for longevity
https://theenergyblueprint.com/foods-you-need-to-eat-for-longevity/?inf_contact_key=77e91c5d37fb88ad538161bb2cf2cb6ecc0558ed5d4c28cbfab114022b1ec50d Energy blueprint. Foods & Supplements You NEED TO EAT For Longevity and Energy | Dr. Michael Murray. This was really interesting. (Transcript has a few
https://theenergyblueprint.com/foods-you-need-to-eat-for-longevity/?inf_contact_key=77e91c5d37fb88ad538161bb2cf2cb6ecc0558ed5d4c28cbfab114022b1ec50d Energy blueprint. Foods & Supplements You NEED TO EAT For Longevity and Energy | Dr. Michael Murray. This was really interesting. (Transcript has a few
LAJ12345
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Cure Parkinson's
9 months ago
reply............s
I am taking synthroid (50 mg) for about 15 years.......after doing my own research there is an effect on bone density. I am 77 and fell and broke my wrist and as I looked at my dexa chart, the bone density has gone down and I had osteoporosis. Synthroid can cause this decline (check on the manufacturer's
I am taking synthroid (50 mg) for about 15 years.......after doing my own research there is an effect on bone density. I am 77 and fell and broke my wrist and as I looked at my dexa chart, the bone density has gone down and I had osteoporosis. Synthroid can cause this decline (check on the manufacturer's
marceen
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
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