Experiences with

Hyaluronic acid

Hi Everyone,Gluten free chocolate chip cookie they are absolutely delish 😋 crispy top and gooey in the middle my recent baking . Thought I give you some update about my current situation that is ongoing at the moment. So , last month we (hubby and I ) saw my eye genetics consultant who felt that I

It has been a slow start on prednisone for PMR, after three weeks there is improvement apart from right shoulder still painful, doctor thinks that could be something else, that could do with some physio . I am still feeling anxious taking the medication. Saw the doctor yesterday they have strongly

Because of GI problems, bisphosphonate tablets are not an option for me, so I have gone down the infusion path. I had my first infusion on December 28th, and experienced about three days of bad muscle pain, which then resolved itself. It was a couple of weeks later that I noticed that my ankles were

I have chronic ear ache in one ear - seeing private consultant soon- audiologist thinks may be bones problem. Have takes AA for 5 years. Saw on Google could damage ears like jaw - believe should not take before and after extraction. It’s rare - should I stop AA for now - scans showed bone density borderline

I've had period pain since I was 15 and each year the pain only gets worse. When I became 18, the pain became crippling. The pain will start mildly a week or two before I start my period. Then when I start my period the pain intensifies. I find it hard to walk, I feel like I have a fever then have an

I've had period pain since I was 15 and each year the pain only gets worse. When I became 18, the pain became crippling. The pain will start mildly a week or two before I start my period. Then when I start my period the pain intensifies. I find it hard to walk, I feel like I have a fever then have an

I have been reading about zoledronic acid does not help with osteoarthritis and may make it worse, I have marked facet arthropathy in the lower lumbar spine arthritis, anyone know anything about this.

Hi all, I only recently learned that Urso has suppressive effects on the immune system. One research paper I read, and there are others, lists the effects - apologies for scientific jargon! Urso suppresses the production of immunoglobulins IgA, IgG and IgM (although IgM is generally chronically raised

Please does anyone know a private Rheumatologist in Cornwall or Devon who I would be able to go and discus my osteoporosis with? Thank you. I have severe osteoporosis for 7+ years and despite being on alendronic acid 70mg once weekly for 7 years , my osteoporosis has worsened such that my advice a few

I thought it might be helpful to post this for those of us with very thin, easily damaged skin. It’s one of the many hazards of long-term, high dose steroid use, including inhalers. Of course, if it weren’t for steroids I wouldn’t be here, so I’m glad they’re available. After decades of steroid use

Should vit D supplements be adjusted when we are out and about in sunshine? Are amino acids worth taking as supplements? All stuff I come across in random readings. Thanks.

Hello! I just want to give this update about my situation. I hope people on here find this because my situation was a nightmare and I think this can help people who are confused and not sure what to do or if they'll ever be able to tolerate antibiotics again (TL;DR: you will be able to if you can heal

With aggravated osteoporosis my partner has been offered the choice of monthly doses of Bonviva or a six monthly injection. Which would be most effective to mitigate the osteoporosis while remaining compatible with an AF/pacemaker regime that includes Amias, Sotalol, Furosemide, and Apixaban?.

I have also been diagnosed with spinal arthropathy anyone else got this this, I wander if zoledronic acid infusion will be any help with this.

I’ve recently finished 2 years of Teriparatide injections. Endocrinologist wants me to take Alendronic acid tablets but I’m not keen. Teriparatide is the first treatment I’ve had and osteoporosis classed as severe. One fracture of L2 few years back. I wondered what protocol other people have tried after

Hello all - I have learnt so much reading the daily posts, knowledgeable responses and exchange of experiences - if only the medical professionals were as expert? I was diagnosed with PMR December '22 and have reduced to 10mg Pred (from 20mg) this month. I am mid a lifestyle changing move to the Isle

unfortunately time to move to Zoledronic acic fractures happening. Tried calcium and Vit D weight bearing exercises. Has anybody got any advice before I travel down the road of no return!!! thank you in advance.

Hi, I had a laprocospy in November 2022. Since then I have had a miscarriage and been really struggling with ongoing severe pain and swelling. Awaiting a further laprocospy but this could be 12-18 months before I get a date. I have been contemplating going privately or trying GnRh injections until I

Hello, I have osteoporosis and been advised to take medication - either HRT or Alendronate. However, I as an alternative wondered whether anyone who is not on medication has seen an improvement in their osteoporosis through only supplements/diet/exercise?

I had an infusion on 1 March 2023 in the UK....and immediately had awful muscle pain and stomach issues - including vomiting, nausea, feeling of grit rubbing my stomach wall, severe stomach distension and pain on eating, loss of appetite, change in taste, alternating constipation and diarrhoea. I am