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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
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Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
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 Posted - Nov 16 2010 : 1:42:10 PM
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Anyone else dealing with osteoporosis? How are you doing at dealing with it?
I recently had a bone density test and got a prescription for Fosamax and have been slow getting it filled. I've been on a med for close to 4 years now that contributes to the problem. I've been a bit depressed with the idea of taking a med because of a med especially when I've checked out all the possible side effects! I'm going to approach it with trying to get my diet in better shape and taking exercise more seriously. But SERIOUSLY its going to be hard to get in the habit of walking every day for 30 minutes, doing strength training a couple of times a week as well as yoga. I'm usually busy and active so I don't know how much is necessary but it shouldn't hurt.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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nut4fabric
True Blue Farmgirl
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Kathy
Morgan Hill
CA
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2010 : 1:51:27 PM
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My mom took Fosamax for about 16 years and didn't have any issues with it. I have bone issues due to a parathyroid problem and the endocrinologist (sp) that I go to said the Fosamax and those medicines will only work for 10 years so not to take it until neccessary and don't bother taking it after 10 years. She did recommend that I stay on the estrogen that I have taken since my hystrectomy as that will help the bond density.
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foreverbooks
True Blue Farmgirl
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Carole
Tombstone
AZ
USA
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Posted - Nov 16 2010 : 2:05:09 PM
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My rheumatologist recommended swimming and the stationary bike because walking really bothers me at times. The swimming definitely helps but I haven't tried the stationary bike yet. Tai Chi is also good but you need to find the right class. I was taking a Tai Chi Chi Kung twice a week. I really like the Tai Chi class for arthritis but the class was cancelled because of lack of participation. Really need to get back into the classes.
Carole
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
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Posted - Nov 17 2010 : 5:42:02 PM
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Thanks for responding.
Kathy,
I had breast cancer 4 years ago and since test showed the cancer was "fed" by estrogen, so my doctor put me on Arimidex, an estrogen blocker, for five years and said we would decide if I continue after that. I'm betting that had an impact on my bone density.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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meggy2
True Blue Farmgirl
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barb
Flemington
Missouri
USA
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Posted - Nov 19 2010 : 8:27:45 PM
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| I have osteopena, which is one step before osteoporosis. Fosomax put me in the hospital with chest pains and boniva had me nauseated for a week. Currently taking calcium pills, but dr wants me to take the infusion in my veins. After what happened with the foxomax, I'm not real keen on that either. If you find something else, let me know. I do exercise and lift weights a couple times a week but so far no help |
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