Experiences with

Solu-Cortef

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

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

Finally had my stat MRI 24 hours after the reaction. In this hospital stat is anytime within 24 hours of order written. MRI did not show tissue swelling or changes in neck and throat and the nodes have shrunk a little. Chest x-ray was normal, but did show another enlarging node on the right close to

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

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 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

Is anyone else having trouble being prescribed Premarin, I have been denied my repeat prescription on grounds of ethics .I have been taking this HRT for 30 years plus ,I am now 74 and on the lowest dose.I have tried patches and other drugs but Premarin has been the best for me.Two weeks ago I was sent

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?

ladies, I know some of you see me. im so lost and heartbroken. Our 2 rounds of IVF on the NHS have come to the end. I am 38, low ovarian reserve. TTC 4 years. first round 4 eggs collected and 4 fertilised. 1 blast and 1 morula transferred and ended as chemical. 2 round 3 eggs collected none

i miss you guys, needed a rest from the boards plus looking after my Mum, and i have exhaustion illness. i'm aghast at the lack of medical knowledge on these drugs by docs and specialists, and inaccessibility of them for appointments. my Mum's endo cancelled her appointments. he had total ignorance about

Hello I am just curious about an infection that i am having. I have had a cold for 3 weeks now. I was tested for covid, strep throat and RSV. All were negative. Doctors say it is just a virus and will take its course. I just want an antibiotic to clear it up. They say it wont work. Why can't i

Hello I had a right trabeculectomy nearly 4 months ago & all was well until about a week ago. I have used regular lubricating drops as I have had the same surgery in my left eye that was complicated by uveitis. I have tried a variety of lubricating drops & eventually Theoloz gel was recommended & worked

I was diagnosed as having PMR 12 months ago and was started on 15mg Prednisone which was changed to 20mg after a consultation with my Rheumatologist. I then gradually reduced my dose slowly down to 7.5. mg a day. My rheumatologist Is now tapering my with 7.5 and 6 mg every other day for 2 months the

Hi all I just want to say what a brilliant site this is and seeing all the different posts with information and experiences people have had is really helpful. I had sort of given up hope of my vision returning in my left eye due to cornea damage after many procedures due to Glaucoma and Uveitis and

Good morning. I was at the ophthalmologist yesterday getting umpteen scans and things due to taking hydroxychloroquine. I have very dry eyes once the UV starts to increase (usually February so bang on time). The ophthalmologist gave me carbomer eye gel to use before I go to bed and told me to continue

I would like to hear from people that have been on this drug. Do you have to take it at the exact same time every month? What happens if you’re traveling. Also, what are the side effects? One thing I read that made me very nervous. Was the black box. Warning of heart, attack or stroke. And the side