Bob HorowitzMar 26

My world in a snapshot. I got an oil change and an infusion of Reclast today at Kaiser.

So what's going on, Bob? Why...I'm glad you asked!

It seems the 6 weeks of pelvic radiation four years ago did a number on my hips and femoral neck. I beat cancer but flunked my DEXA scan. This was predictable. My bones are now shit... and all the exercise in the world ain't gonna to solve the problem. So I did my research** and came to my own conclusions:

GIVE ME ALL THE PHARMACEUTICALS! STAT!

** Speaking of research, I had a good laugh last week when I came across a doctor on YouTube who said, and I quote, "your femur is the bone you would give your dog to chew on." My femoral neck, being spongy, is probably extra juicy 😁

Anyway, this is going to be fun, once I get through the achy side effects.

Show threadMFennVTMar 26
@BobHorowitz Good luck with Reclast! I hope it does the trick. I have osteoporosis, too, and am considering my options. Getting old sucks.
Show threadBob HorowitzMar 26

@MFennVT
Good luck to you too.

From what I've read, for women, HRT is probably the best thing to do first.

This is the best video I came across on YouTube that discusses the pharmaceuticals once you address HRT. It's an hour-long video but worth it because it talks about the possible paths, success rates, and side effects of the various options.

https://youtu.be/Z4uXAsnhSaA?si=auQptoztKnjR9ZlW

Osteoporosis Medications - Which drug is right for you?

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Show threadMFennVTMar 27
@BobHorowitz Thanks for the link! I'll check it out. HRT is my preference, but both endocrinologists I've talked to don't want to prescribe it. I have an appt with a gynecologist in May. We'll see what she thinks. In the mean time, I'm exercising more and eating more good bone foods.
Show threadBob HorowitzMar 27

@MFennVT
Ooh I just noticed there's an updated version of the video from 10 months ago. I'm going through it now to see what has changed.

Edit: definitely a full discussion of hormone replacement in this updated video. It's a must watch.

https://youtu.be/OVRiiyHXeh8?si=tPd7zS8741Nwh1uK

New to Osteoporosis? Start Here! 2025 World Congress on Osteoporosis Update

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Show threadMFennVT
@BobHorowitz Cool. Thanks for the update.
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