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Hi, I'm new to the site and trying to navigate it. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis around 2005, I took alendronic acid for 8 years but haven't had medication since stopping. My t score is -2.5 hip & -3 spine. I'm 67 next month. My consultant is considering prescribing me a 6 monthly injection prolia
Hi, I'm new to the site and trying to navigate it. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis around 2005, I took alendronic acid for 8 years but haven't had medication since stopping. My t score is -2.5 hip & -3 spine. I'm 67 next month. My consultant is considering prescribing me a 6 monthly injection prolia
2poodles
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Osteoporosis Support
4 months ago
Can PMR weakened muscle cause curvature of the spine?
I finally saw a doctor at the pain clinic today. Since being diagnosed with PMR in 2018 I have lost 15cm in height. In 2020, just before lockdown, I was moving a pkt of mushrooms across my body from the table to the counter, when I felt something 'go' in the middle of my back. An hour or so later
I finally saw a doctor at the pain clinic today. Since being diagnosed with PMR in 2018 I have lost 15cm in height. In 2020, just before lockdown, I was moving a pkt of mushrooms across my body from the table to the counter, when I felt something 'go' in the middle of my back. An hour or so later
Omanain
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PMRGCAuk
4 months ago
Prescribed Alendronic Acid and Lansaprozal at start of treatment. Are they necessary?
greetings! Now on Day 7 of 15mg Pred. Stiffness and general pain considerably reduced, but persistent pain from frozen shoulder. Sleeping much better, feel tired but have pulled back on activity and allowing plenty of rest time. Started a low carb diet, take Pred after breakfast of eggs ( veg
greetings! Now on Day 7 of 15mg Pred. Stiffness and general pain considerably reduced, but persistent pain from frozen shoulder. Sleeping much better, feel tired but have pulled back on activity and allowing plenty of rest time. Started a low carb diet, take Pred after breakfast of eggs ( veg
Scaredofpred
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PMRGCAuk
4 months ago
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I'm 41 and went for a DEXA scan in January due to a family history of osteoporosis. I have mild scoliosis in my thoracic spine. The results came back as having osteoporosis.AP Spine BMD 0.713 t score -3.0 z score -2.8 Femoral neck BMD 0.564 t score -2.6 z score -2.3 Hip BMD 0.640 t score -2.5 z score
I'm 41 and went for a DEXA scan in January due to a family history of osteoporosis. I have mild scoliosis in my thoracic spine. The results came back as having osteoporosis.AP Spine BMD 0.713 t score -3.0 z score -2.8 Femoral neck BMD 0.564 t score -2.6 z score -2.3 Hip BMD 0.640 t score -2.5 z score
BoneJangles
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
4 months ago
Alendronic Acid
I’ve been diagnosed with Osteopenia. About 7 months ago I was given vitamin d and calcium tablets which I am fine with. I was also given Alendronic acid which makes me feel very lethargic for a couple of days after taking. Has anyone else experienced this. I’m virtually at the point of deciding not to
I’ve been diagnosed with Osteopenia. About 7 months ago I was given vitamin d and calcium tablets which I am fine with. I was also given Alendronic acid which makes me feel very lethargic for a couple of days after taking. Has anyone else experienced this. I’m virtually at the point of deciding not to
Knittingbag53
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Women's Health
5 months ago
Good news - alendronic acid
Hi, I thought I would share some good news. Three years ago I was diagnosed with osteoporosis and started on alendronic acid with dome reluctance. After a rough first couple of weeks I got used to the medication. I modified my diet a bit, stsrting tsking Vit D and calcium, increased my BMI from 18.2
Hi, I thought I would share some good news. Three years ago I was diagnosed with osteoporosis and started on alendronic acid with dome reluctance. After a rough first couple of weeks I got used to the medication. I modified my diet a bit, stsrting tsking Vit D and calcium, increased my BMI from 18.2
Amber53
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
5 months ago
Any suggestions for how to improve my poos
Hello all. My apologies for the title of this post, but I didn’t know how to phrase it. I was diagnosed with GCA in January 2023 and have been on Prednisone ever since, along with other meds that are given to mitigate the side effects of the Pred. I also started Methotrexate this January. My first attempt
Hello all. My apologies for the title of this post, but I didn’t know how to phrase it. I was diagnosed with GCA in January 2023 and have been on Prednisone ever since, along with other meds that are given to mitigate the side effects of the Pred. I also started Methotrexate this January. My first attempt
Handloomweaver
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Affect of Alendronic acid if needing dental work?
This aspect bothers me as well as the implications of taking Alendronic acid. At age 81 after taking AA for about 18 months, I stopped it after I was prescribed HRT patches for another problem . Whilst HRT protects bones to a certain extent , I believe it doesn't increase bone density as does AA.
This aspect bothers me as well as the implications of taking Alendronic acid. At age 81 after taking AA for about 18 months, I stopped it after I was prescribed HRT patches for another problem . Whilst HRT protects bones to a certain extent , I believe it doesn't increase bone density as does AA.
moconnolly
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Alendronic acid query
I’m being pressured to take Alendronic Acid for Osteoporosis but Dad died of AF related issue. Has anyone else had experience of refusing this drug?
I’m being pressured to take Alendronic Acid for Osteoporosis but Dad died of AF related issue. Has anyone else had experience of refusing this drug?
PatriMac
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Am I right to suspect endometriosis and ask to see a private specialist?
I’m worrying I was wrong, asking to see an endometriosis specialist. What if I’m being dramatic or I’m just really sensitive to completely normal period pain. I have to take naproxen on the first day of my period cause when I used to not take it, my pain would get severe and I kept vomiting or feeling
I’m worrying I was wrong, asking to see an endometriosis specialist. What if I’m being dramatic or I’m just really sensitive to completely normal period pain. I have to take naproxen on the first day of my period cause when I used to not take it, my pain would get severe and I kept vomiting or feeling
pinkie25
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Endometriosis UK
5 months ago
The latest news
Following on from Margaret’s post about a month ago, I’m writing on her behalf today because she is still very unwell from a virus that she picked up 3 weeks ago and since two days ago has had the added pain and shock to her system from 2 extractions ready for her much delayed Zoledronic acid infusion
Following on from Margaret’s post about a month ago, I’m writing on her behalf today because she is still very unwell from a virus that she picked up 3 weeks ago and since two days ago has had the added pain and shock to her system from 2 extractions ready for her much delayed Zoledronic acid infusion
Angelicspirit
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Bone Health and Osteoporosis UK
5 months ago
Tranexamic Acid
Hi Everyone, Has anyone been prescribed tranexamic acid and found it has really helped with the pain side of things? I know its to help with bleeding but i just wondered if anyone else has experienced this?
Hi Everyone, Has anyone been prescribed tranexamic acid and found it has really helped with the pain side of things? I know its to help with bleeding but i just wondered if anyone else has experienced this?
Bk27
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Endometriosis UK
5 months ago
confused re meds
Hi all, can anyone give me advice about timing all these wonderful medications? I have just been prescribed Calium and Vit D supplement as well as Alendronic acid. I have already decided to give the Alendronic a miss honest however, the calcium and vit d need to be taken twice a day and this is where
Hi all, can anyone give me advice about timing all these wonderful medications? I have just been prescribed Calium and Vit D supplement as well as Alendronic acid. I have already decided to give the Alendronic a miss honest however, the calcium and vit d need to be taken twice a day and this is where
Cooper02
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Bone Density
Since I last posted six months ago, I have tapered down to 2.5mg a day. The occasional mild discomfort in my arm remains - to remind me that PMR has not gone away - but my quality of life is fine. I will continue with a very slow taper. A few weeks ago I had a bone density scan L1-L4 is 2.7 Hip is
Since I last posted six months ago, I have tapered down to 2.5mg a day. The occasional mild discomfort in my arm remains - to remind me that PMR has not gone away - but my quality of life is fine. I will continue with a very slow taper. A few weeks ago I had a bone density scan L1-L4 is 2.7 Hip is
Glassbox
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Vitamins/supplement balance 2ww and TTC. SO CONFUSING!
How do you manage preparing for an IVF cycle with suplements if you are also trying naturally? I am in a 2ww and might be pregnant if you believe in miracles. I have been taking the list below before, but learnt this is too much and can be detrimental in a two week wait so swapped for a pregnancy
How do you manage preparing for an IVF cycle with suplements if you are also trying naturally? I am in a 2ww and might be pregnant if you believe in miracles. I have been taking the list below before, but learnt this is too much and can be detrimental in a two week wait so swapped for a pregnancy
Cuppppatea
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Fertility Network UK
5 months ago
Can I stop taking Ibandronic Acid?
I have been on Ibandronic Acid for 2 years after 3 years of Alendronic Acid, making it a total of 5 years this year. The last time I spoke to my doctor she said that the Osteoporosis specialist said that as I was young, I am still only 56, that I could stay on Ibandronic Acid for 10 years. My last
I have been on Ibandronic Acid for 2 years after 3 years of Alendronic Acid, making it a total of 5 years this year. The last time I spoke to my doctor she said that the Osteoporosis specialist said that as I was young, I am still only 56, that I could stay on Ibandronic Acid for 10 years. My last
Mamamia21
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Alendronic Acid - First Day
..... that's it! I took my first Alendronic Acid pill 70mg an hour ago... I am worried that things will go wrong but let's see. I have been getting a lot of aches and pains of late and it really is bothering me so - hey ho here we go! Hope you are all well David
..... that's it! I took my first Alendronic Acid pill 70mg an hour ago... I am worried that things will go wrong but let's see. I have been getting a lot of aches and pains of late and it really is bothering me so - hey ho here we go! Hope you are all well David
Hidden
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Alendronic Acid side effects
I've been on Prednisolone for PMR since October 2022, starting on 15mg and now down to 4.5. Reumatologist has told my GP I should be on a bisphosphonate and she's just prescribed Alendronic Acid. Reading the patient leaflet, the side-effects sound pretty grim. I'm going on a river cruise at the
I've been on Prednisolone for PMR since October 2022, starting on 15mg and now down to 4.5. Reumatologist has told my GP I should be on a bisphosphonate and she's just prescribed Alendronic Acid. Reading the patient leaflet, the side-effects sound pretty grim. I'm going on a river cruise at the
Hercules307
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
Ferritin and Iron
I found some information below about Ferritin and Iron - it is from the Dr Mercola website. I have just had my ferritin levels and iron levels checked - The Doctor said they were a bit on the low side so I am taking some gentle iron. My ferritin was 50.9 - I never heard of ferritin before having RLS
I found some information below about Ferritin and Iron - it is from the Dr Mercola website. I have just had my ferritin levels and iron levels checked - The Doctor said they were a bit on the low side so I am taking some gentle iron. My ferritin was 50.9 - I never heard of ferritin before having RLS
Summer194
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Restless Legs Syndrome
5 months ago
Alendronic Acid and...
Hi everyone :) I saw my lovely GP last week and we talked about my problems in a really kind manner. I said that I am in pain and aching too often these days. Paracetomol doesn't help :/ I have been on a taper from 7mg - 6mg and in achy town all the time. I told him, again, that the Rheumy ( I
Hi everyone :) I saw my lovely GP last week and we talked about my problems in a really kind manner. I said that I am in pain and aching too often these days. Paracetomol doesn't help :/ I have been on a taper from 7mg - 6mg and in achy town all the time. I told him, again, that the Rheumy ( I
Hidden
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PMRGCAuk
5 months ago
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