Oesteoporosis

[Maxwell27]

Hi, I have had a number of illnesses since I turned 70 6 years ago. After finishing decorating my lounge, dining room and master bedroom myself and feeling great and happy with myself. For some reason which I cannot remember I went to the Dr to have a blood test. It may have been to do with I have an under active thyroid (yearly blood test).The blood test result returned which stated that I needed an endoscopy. The results of that endoscopy was that I had Polymyalgia a peculiar illness which really only affected my arms to ache, but was put on daily steroids. I remained on these tabs for three years and paid a private Dr £175 pounds to check that I was over the Polymyalgia so could stop taking the Steroids. In 2021 I was asked to go for another Endoscopy by my GP the results of which were another medical problem I had now developed called Barretts Oesophagus with a Hiatus Hernia. This resulted in my now taking a PPI daily. Last year It was suggested to me that a Dexa scan might be worth having as I had been on PPIs for a while and they can effect your bones. Well surprise, surprise I now have Oesteoporosis. Since being told this I have researched these medications and both of them, Steroids and Pantoprazole, cause thinning of the bones when taken long term. My problem now is how do I look after my bones now. The NHS dont offer a lot of help just more medication with phosphates which have side effects, and the OPS give you the same advise as NHS. YouTube have a lot of Dr's telling you which exercises to do which I am attempting to do, but there are no real solid ideas or medications for Osteoporosis that you can rely on as a cure. Has anyone managed to improve their bone mass their own way?

[JoanCook]

Have you been offered Zolendronic acid infusions? ( 1 per year for 3 years) - rheumatology in West Herts offers it to strengthen bones and halt the loss of bone density.

[wobblybee Administrator Pioneer]

🙂 You could also ask your question in a different group..and there could be helpful information if you scan posts

healthunlocked.com/bonehealth

[SouthernSally]

Do you have the strength to exercise? Walking increases bone density in your legs and even light dumbbells (1 to 3 lbs) can impact your arms. YouTube has many arm routines done sitting in a chair.