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Had my survey done and I got the report back. It show questionable radiolucency in my pelvic area. Go to see the Dr. on the 10th anxious about what we will do if anything. Doesn't this change my staging now? First areas I have had. Will they start me on biophosphinates?
Posted on 07/01/12, 04:57 pm
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Reply #1 - 07/01/12  7:43pm
" That is a likely outcome, but for now make sure you take a calcium and vitamin D supplement. "
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Reply #2 - 07/01/12  9:00pm
" I am taking 2000 of D and 1500 of calcium. Already was a little low on D. I have heard bad stories about biophos. "
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Reply #3 - 07/02/12  10:01am
" You will hear bad stories about every drug, it's called informed consent.

Trust me the downsides of skeletal collapse far outweigh the downsides of bisphosphonates.

Before you begin any bisphosphonate get any dental work that may be invasive completed. "
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Reply #4 - 07/03/12  1:32am
" you will be fine.. husband had no problem.. so many things that you read or hear are worse than they really are.. "
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Reply #5 - 07/03/12  7:05pm
" Hi Achankins, my understanding is the biophosphinates are important for keeping the bones strong. Ken does Zometa monthly and only felt ill the first dose, with flu like symptoms. If it can help avoid Ken having another kyphoplasties on his spine it will be worth it, I think.

Hope all goes well for you.

Kris "
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Reply #6 - 07/04/12  1:07am
" My husband also gets the zometa once a month and never had any side effects.. it dos help to protect the bones and strengthen them.. he has so many fractures now and doesnt need any more..so far he hasnt gotten any new ones.. "
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Reply #7 - 07/04/12  12:58pm
" My husband is also on Zometa.... His has had not problems with it.Once a month for 2 years they told him! "
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Reply #8 - 07/04/12  1:49pm
" Dentist first, bisphosphonates after. "
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Reply #9 - 07/04/12  5:20pm
" Please, please remember to get all dental work completed before starting. Good Luck and keep us posted! "
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Reply #10 - 07/05/12  8:42pm
" Thank you all you have been so wonderful since this journey began. Prayers with you and your families. "
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