Comments on: Bisphosphonates Osteoporosis Guidelines

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 12:26:03 +0000

In reply to Shirley. Hi Shirley. You should discuss your medications and their implications with your physician.

By: Shirley

Shirley — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 11:17:24 +0000

I just being told I got thin bones and I got to have oral bisphosphonate tablets I really don’t understand theses tablets what I got to take can you help me if someone had them and how do you feel now

By: Dafna

Dafna — Wed, 12 Aug 2020 05:42:27 +0000

Hi Margaret,
Thank you for doing such a great work in simplifying this complex information for people who have Osteoporosis.
I personally was prescribed bisphosphonates, and decided not to take it because of the possible side effects.
In my case, the diagnosis was based mainly on Bone Turnover Markers which indicated a high turnover (CTX).
What is your opinion about these markers compared to FRAX?

By: Richard Martin

Richard Martin — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 20:15:12 +0000

In reply to Pam Jofs.

Hi Pam: Thanks for contacting us. There are too many questions in your post for Margaret to address. You can setup a phone or online consultation where these questions can get the attention that they deserve: http://melioguide.com/services/phone-or-online-consultation/

By: Pam Jofs

Pam Jofs — Sun, 19 Aug 2018 20:38:06 +0000

Hi Margaret,
Your information is incredibly helpful. I am a healthcare professional and diagnosed when I was in my 40’s with osteopenia which has now turned to high risk osteoporosis at age 59. I’m really confused as my latest DEXA scan says “FRAX not reported because some T-score at or below -2.5. What do they mean by that, do you have any idea? Also, my spine went from -2.4 to -3.1 in 15 months. Is that at all possible? I do have smoldering myeloma but my oncologist does not believe that my low levels of myeloma markers are contributing as I’m the perfect setup for OP. Strong family history including my mother and both grandmothers, I’m 5 ft 2 inches, 105 pounds and light skinned caucasian. I am wondering if a more rigorous exercise regimen (I power walk 5-6 days a week for 30 minutes) and adding Vitamin K to my diet would work as I take D3, Magnesium glycinate and eat calcium rich foods in abundance. I am so torn as I am pondering over such a drastic change to my spine. My hip went from -2.4–2.7. Thank you for taking the time to read this and I intend reading your books and more. Pam

By: Margaret Martin

Margaret Martin — Sat, 10 Mar 2018 21:59:54 +0000

In reply to Maria.

Maria, you are not alone in how you are feeling about your diagnosis. You figure you’re doing all the right things and a left hook comes out from no where. I love how you have channeled your energy into taking care of yourself and so glad that my books and blogs can be of service.
The good news is that you have not yet hit menopause. By this I mean that armed with the information you now have on building bone it is much easier to do so when you have hormones on your side. If you know you are in perimenopause or when you hit menopause you could discuss HRT with your gynecologist as an option for you.
Thank you for taking the time to comment and for your kind words. Be strong.

By: Maria

Maria — Sat, 10 Mar 2018 20:54:11 +0000

Margaret, as a 51 year old small frame, white female recently diagnosed with osteoporosis (high risk), I am truly overwhelmed. I have not even hit menopause, and I’m on a thyroid drug known to cause bone loss. Looking back, I have been fairly active in my life although I never made calcium a priority in my life (even with knowledge of my mother’s history of osteoporosis and fractures). My doctor has recommended Boniva, but I”m not convinced this drug or Prolia is right for me given that I’m only 51! Thank goodness I’ve not had any fractures to date. Also, thank goodness for your books and blogs!. Since discovering them, I am focused daily on my diet, my posture exercises, balance and flexibility, and strength and cardiovascular exercises. I am also focused on the mechanics of how I move throughout the day. With the expertise you have provided, I am hopeful I can improve my bone density or at least mitigate further loss. I am also going to find a physiotherapist near me to help monitor my exercise plan. Thank you for your wonderful books and your attention to osteoporosis.

By: Joni colclasure

Joni colclasure — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 20:43:32 +0000

I’m looking for more natural way to build my bone density back and didn’t know if you knew of success of building bone back without the medications that my doctor offered me such as fosomax, etc…..

By: Joni colclasure

Joni colclasure — Mon, 15 Feb 2016 13:43:46 +0000

Hi, Margaret, I just recently got diagnosed with moderate to severe osteoporosis with a high risk of spinal fracture. My doctor prescribed fosomax. I took my first pill and that evening my calves got all balled up and were cramping, I had a pain in my groin and my knuckle on my right hand next to my pinkie was swollen and hurt like I had broke it. Needless to say I have not taken any other pill. I don’t know what to do now. I researched all those types of medications and they all had horrible side effects. I’m only 57 so however I decide to treat this will be my new lifestyle I adopt which will be for many, many years. God willing… I have been looking for real foods and other supplements to treat my osteoporosis as well as exercise that is safe. At the present time I am taking a calcium 600 + vitamin D3 combination chewable, one in the morning one at night. The only other medication I take is synthroid which I have been on for 30 years.

By: Margaret Martin

Margaret Martin — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:29:25 +0000

In reply to Elizabeth Stewart.

Hi Elizabeth, Your right to have a DEXA should not be dependent on your choice intervention. The recommendation is to wait 2 – 3 years between DEXA scans because of the slow rate of turnover that our bones have. I have been hearing from several women who are being “made to feel guilty” for their choices. You know your body best of all and along with your health practitioner should be encouraged to make the best decision for you. Many doctors are educated about osteoporosis from the pharmaceutical companies and so it is the option they go to. Most doctors have little or no training in exercise and nutrition. We will have future blogs on strontium and K2. Thank you for the suggestion. Be well.