How is everyone going? What are your thoughts about your osteoporosis?
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I had my second bone density test which did not show any noticeable change overall.
I still am choosing not to take fosamax or have the Prolia injections.
I am in Australia so our choices are limited.
I am, however, attempting to improve my bones naturally which I understand is a long shot.
More studies would be good that highlight the risks of doing nothing or trying various means of improving our bones whether by diet and exercise or some other means.
It is very complicated for many reasons, one being that most of us have other health issues.
Some have tried the drugs and have been either pleased or displeased with that choice.
We do not have to agree but continued updates or debates would be good.
So, how are you going?
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constance.de kathleen65757
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As you say, most of us have other issues which prevent a lot of movement. The younger ones also try dieting, but there have to be some pleasures in life!!😊
Regards fr Constance
kathleen65757 constance.de
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Yes, I cannot do much exercise either.
I go to the pool and do step ups on the steps, pushing the noodle down with one leg at a time, resistance with the Dumbbells, walking across pool, etc.
I have added some vitamin and mineral supplements as well. I don't interfere with my diet except to have plenty of vegetables, fruit, dairy, protein, and food so like avocados, prunes, etc.
What is your Tscore? Mine is around-3 to -4.
What country are you in?
constance.de kathleen65757
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My T-score is - 3.5.
I'm in Germany. I'm British but have lived and worked in Germany for 45 years.
MsCamboot kathleen65757
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I servely broke my right ankle or should I say shattered. I am full of metal in my ankle and 9 months post op,sometimes I have difficulty walking. I then found I had osteoporosis through my fagilty fracture ( something like a car crash fracture) my GP has proscribed Prolia and I have been taking this for a few months without side effects. I just can't break another bone and suffer as I already have. May I say I was a gym junkie, exercised, healthy diet, calcium, vitD, Vit K, sunlight, etc. no one looked after themselves more. I'm sorry to say the do it naturally didn't work for me and I find no problems with Prolia and I don't have any other options to keep my spine straight. I guess until you suffer with a severe broken bone through that dreaded disease you will put up your hand against medication but so far it's working for me and I feel fine. Each to their own I say 🙂
kathleen65757 constance.de
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I am 71. I also have arthritis, Crohns, diverticula, two herniated discs in lumbar section, gallstones and LS.
Are you still working?
kathleen65757 MsCamboot
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That is the stage I am at now but the future may see me changing my mind.
It is good to listen to everyone's point of view and people change when circumstances change.
Can you tell me your tscores?
I am 71 and only found out about my osteoporosis one year ago so I am still considering my options long term.
In Australia we do not have as many choices as the US or GB or Canada from what I have read on here.
MsCamboot kathleen65757
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constance.de kathleen65757
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The only good thing about getting old is that you have lived a long time, and I must admit I have had a very good life.
C. 💐
kathleen65757 MsCamboot
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I am in Victoria on the Mornington Peninsula.
Your tscore is not that bad but your fractures are what decided you to take the Prolia.
It is good you have no other health issues. Are you still working?
kathleen65757 constance.de
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Oh, your other health issues sound very painful.
I worked up until I needed a shoulder reconstruction and never got back to teaching after that . I was nearly 69 so I had done well anyway.
constance.de kathleen65757
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I'm going into a Rheumatology Clinic for 10 days on Monday. Hope they can sort me out.
kathleen65757 constance.de
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Now, I have grandkids to replace my teaching life.
I gather you mean you will be an inpatient. I hope all goes well for you.
My hands can be a problem when it is cold especially so I can relate. The Meds I take for Crohns helps the arthritis as well.
MsCamboot kathleen65757
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I'm a Pom living here and my employment was terminated because I was sent to an occupational doctor and he said I could not do my job safely 🙂
kathleen65757 MsCamboot
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MsCamboot kathleen65757
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kathleen65757 MsCamboot
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Maybe see you there in the future?
MsCamboot kathleen65757
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I may go one day but it's a little chilly now. I was going to hydrotherapy for a few weeks but I was really encouraged by my physio and the weather was nicer. I know Parc have a good hydro pool. Maybe I will go one of these days.🙂
kathleen65757 MsCamboot
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It will still be there when you are ready.