What is Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease of bone in which bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced, bone microarchitecture is disrupted, and the amount and variety of non-collagenous proteins in bon...
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I am post menopausal and just had a bone density test. My doctor told me I was at risk for fractures and therefore wanted to put me on Fosomax. I am highly sensitive to drugs and after reading online the problems people were having with the side effects, I am scared to death to even try it because of being so sensitive to drugs. An example of just how sensitive I am is, I have epilepsy and doctors had to take me off of all medications for this because the side effects were worse than my seizures and this is just one example. I have tried so many medications in the past and then had to quit or reduce the dosage because of the side effects being so bad. Another example is, I can only take two pills a week of my anti-depressant. If I take any more, I am walking around like a "zombie" and feel so drugged up. I have been taking Citracal +D for several years but apparently it isn't enough. Does anyone have any suggestions of a supplement or vitamin that I can take that will help in place of the Fosomax? Thanks for your time.
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Hello Pray for me as I am going to the Doctors tomorrow morning . He is going to tell me the results of my bone denseity test. I already know that I have osterprosis. I currently take Actonel however everyone is special and takes different mediciation for the same diagnosis. I find it hard personally to take calcuimn. It may be okay for me however for some reason I am leary of taking it. Why I dont know LOL I will let you know what I find out.
blessings ....facing..... 
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I am also highly allergic. Fosamax is not good for me because I have GERD (acid reflux). I do research all the time. If you have GERD, then calcium will be pulled from your bones. So, the calcium I was taking wasn't getting to where I needed it. Now I am on an alkaline diet which is best for Osteo. You can check with your doctor or a nutritionist. However, you seem to be going with you gut rather than your doctor. Sometimes that is best.
Also, the latest study shows that we need double the magnesium than calcium. That's the very latest. For the longest time it was the other way around. I have found that it is I who needs to be proactive in my own treatment, working hand in hand with my doctor and speaking up when I need to. After twelve years, I am two inches shorter and at high risk for a traumatic break. This has not been a fun ride. Best of luck to you.
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I was dx with Osteoporosis in 2006. I have been on Fosmax for about 6 months. I do have GERD and concern about how this drugs effects me. I have been hospitalized because of getting so sick on stomach and getting dehydrated many times in the past. I am dx with MS, ME/CFS, TMJ and so many allergies. I am also sensitive to drugs.
I have decided to used natural progesterone cream with no herbs in it. I have done research on hormonal imbalance. I quit HRT. I have been sick on my stomach and closely watching the side effects of Fosamax. I also take calcium and Vitamin D supplements. The good effects on the natural progesterone cream are listed below along with Estrogen effects. Maybe this is something that can help you also as it does increase bone density. Progesterone Effects: Protects against breast cysts Helps use fat for energy and keep it off hips Natural diuretic (water pill) Natural anti-depressant Facilitates thyroid hormone action Normalizes blood clotting Increases libido Normalizes blood sugar levels Normalizes zinc and copper levels Restores proper cell oxygen levels Prevents endometrial cancer Helps prevent breast cancer Increases bone building Estrogen Effects: Stimulates breasts cysts Increases body fat storage Salt and fluid retention Depression and headaches Interferes with thyroid hormone Increases blood clotting and risk of stroke Decreases libido (sex drive) Impairs blood sugar control Loss of zinc and retention of copper Reduced oxygen level in all cells Increased risk of endometrial cancer Increased risk of breast cancer Helps decrease bone loss slightly
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Hi, thanks for your post.
I have been researching progesterone and it sounds quite promising with hardly any side effects. it is mentioned a couple of books I have been reading,apparently its not prescribed very often now, due to all these other drugs. i.e. bisphosphonates. I cannot take those at all. I am going to mention this when I see the doc. Thanks
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Here are a couple of supplements to check into. These products are called Isotonix, the most absorbable product on the market 90 to 95%. This makes for tremendous results. I have been working with health professionals as well as individuals and have had effective results.
http://www.marketamerica.com/shera... http://www.marketamerica.com/shera... http://www.marketamerica.com/shera... There is plenty of research on the website and clinical studies to support the products and all scientifically based. Hope this helps.
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