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Thanks for the links. So helpful!
In general, many with osteoporosis tend to fixate on T-scores -- myself included. Nice to know that even small declines in BMD do not equate to failure of treatment.View Thread

My two years on Forteo is nearing its end. I'd like to make an informed decision about which drug to take after Forteo to preserve the bone density I've gained. Reclast has been proposed by my physician. However, I've researched the impact of bisphophonates on bone quality so the idea of these medications scares me.
As a 27-year-old woman with amenorrhea and no previous fractures, I've toyed with the idea of not taking any follow-up drug outside of birth control (for estrogen) -- an effort to maintain bone quality with or without improved bone density. Too risky, some might say.
What have others taken as a follow-up drug to Forteo? Success? Side effects?
Your insights are much appreciated!
~megmo84View Thread


Given my consumption of these "calcium-leachers", do calcium supplements still pose a threat?
http://mp.medscape.com/cgi-bin1/DM/t/hDJcG0PBwRH0Euh0DliA0GK&uac=97058BNView Thread



Thanks so much for this informative response. My question has been answered!View Thread

Estrogen deficiency is a well known contributor to osteoporosis. Does a lack of estrogen inhibit calcium absorption? Or, does it hinder bone formation and accelerate bone resorption? I'm trying to understand the mechanism of action.
Thanks so much!View Thread


Looking forward to hearing from your medical director.View Thread
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