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promblems with back pain & dizziness
i'm a 38 yr.old mother of 2 who has known since i was 31 that i have osteoporosises & i know that pain...
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Throat problems with medications.
What problems have anyone had while taking Fosamax? My throat feels like I have an obstruction but a swallow...
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Antidote or relief for Prolia shot
This is the third day after my Prolia shot. Please advise me of ways to find relief from itching, pain...
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Kettlebell exercises
I've been wondering about kettle-bell exercises - if they are suitable for people with osteoporosis. Everyone...
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Forteo
It's been a long time since I have been on here, but now I need help. I am 62, and have had compression...
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Spinal fusion, Herrington Rods,Severe Osteoporosis
I have a T score of -7.7 on my recent Dexa Scan. My Dr. went to the Radiology dept to study the films..it is...
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Living With Osteoporosis - Four Ways to Protect & ...
In the September issue of WebMD the Magazine expert, Dr. Felicia Cosman, offers four...
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Osteoprosis and gastric bypass
Does anyone know how osteo meds affect people who have had gastric bypass. My drug has so many instructions...
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20 year old with Osteopenia
Hello, I'm completely new here, and really just looking for some advice or support. I came back from the...
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My vit D was too low for me to start taking Forteo. I am on vit D2 to bring it up. however, I am afraid of...
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Forteo any helpful hints?
Hello to all My doctor just prescribed this medication to me, actenol and doing it on my own is not working,...
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Forteo and lymphocytic colitis?
Does anyone know of a connection between the two? I developed this type of colitis shortly after starting...
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Calcium Absorption
I have read that calcium in some green vegetables, such kale or bok choy, is more easily absorbed by the...
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Your input please...
I am seeking guidance in my situation with osteopenia. My DEXA asssesment is as follows: The BMD measured at...
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my Calcium and exercise..
since being diagnosed with osteoporosis last June,ive been taking Calcium 600mgs per day but my Vit D is only...
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Artificial sweeteners and osteoporosis
I just found out I'm osteopenia despite having my vitamin D in a great range. My mom has osteoporosis and I...
At one time my mom mentioned she had been told to avoid a certain artificial sweetener in some diet sodas. Does anyone know what this sweetener is? Thanks!
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Choosing The Right Doctor
Hello Everyone, I have been going to my primary care doctor and receiving care for the Osteoporosis for...
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Itching Legs
My mother-in-law has been on Forteo injections for just over 2 months. Off and on during that time period...
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osteopenia
Does any one know how the Reclast injection for oosteopenia/osteoporosis is covered by this insurance?
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Moderate Drinking May Help Older Women's Bones
A new study suggests drinking one to two drinks per day along with a balanced diet and physical...
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Prolia
I thought I had entered a comment yesterday on the drug Prolia for osteoporosis but it doesn't appear on...
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Prolia
I thought I had entered a comment yesterday on the drug Prolia for osteoporosis but it doesn't appear on...
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