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Alternative Treatments for the Pain Associated with Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis can cause pain. Bone fractures are painful and some say that osteoporosis alone can be painful in some people. The two primary mechanisms for pain in osteoporosis are inflammation within the bone and nerve sensitivity around the bone. Both common themes, inflammation and nerve sensitivity, are found in many types of painful... Read moreChevron
posted 12/29/2010, comment (1)|
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I’m Tired of Drugs… Deciding to End Osteopenia Treatment

I’m sitting in a hotel room in Chicago. I’ve spent the past 4 days traveling on business: a hectic go-go-go of planes, trains, heavy suitcases, and work, all of which has left me exhausted. I have 3 hours before I leave for my flight home. Looking out the window, I see a gorgeous Midwestern spring day: temperatures in the 50s, the... Read moreChevron
posted 03/22/2010, comments (5)|
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Bisphosphonate Drugs Put the Jaw Bone at Risk

Millions of people take bisphosphonate drugs to prevent bone loss, but do they know the risks. These medications are commonly used to treat osteoporosis, but can also cause pain, and specifically a condition called Bisphosphonate Induced Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (BIONJ). People who take a bisphosphonate need to know what BIONJ is, which drugs are... Read moreChevron
posted 02/04/2010, comments (0)|
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Member Interviews: Priya Talks About Actonel

Help me welcome Priya to our member interviews! Priya is a member here at OsteoporosisConnection who frequently contributes with Shareposts and thought-provoking questions. Priya lives in India and tells us about his experience with Actonel and osteoporosis treatment in another country.  Let's get started with Priya's story. How did you... Read moreChevron
posted 11/24/2009, comments (17)|
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Question of the Week on Side Effects

          All medications and supplements come with their own side effects which can make taking them very difficult. Tell us which medication you've chosen to take for bone loss, and how you are doing on it? Have you had difficulty with any of them?  Do you have many side effects and have you found a way... Read moreChevron
posted 07/21/2009, comments (8)|
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