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Suggest Medication For Osteoporosis

Posted on Thu, 3 Dec 2015

Question: I was told yesterday I have osteoporosis a decade score of minus 1.9 hip spine neck I'm 58 I have had two fractures in eight months in my spine one I didnt even know until severe pain I'm going to my primary care doctor Tuesday what meds will bring up my score and avoid fractures

Answered by Dr. Karl Logan (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Vit D, Calcium and bisphosphonates

Detailed Answer:
hi,

thanks for your question.

you should be taking vitamin D, calcium and a bisphosphonate medication to strengthen and protect your bones.

if you are in pain then analgesics and a orthotic back support may help.

best wishes

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