Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About MyOsteoTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyOsteoTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

I Am On Chemo Drugs Which Can Make The Bones More Brittle. Right Not Only Taking Fosomax. Anyone Else With Cancer?

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Northern California

I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in my lumbar region. I have also been fighting stage 4 cancer for 3 years. I was told to take Fosamax but am afraid of it and I forget to take it much of the time. As you have to take it a half hour before anything else like food or coffee and stay up and not laying down. Sometimes I make my coffee, drink it and then remember that I forgot to take it. So, does anyone know if the right excercise alone can help me build up bone density along with vitamins for… read more

July 26, 2021 (edited)
β€’
Be the first to like/hug
A MyOsteoTeam Member

I personally would stay away from the drugs. I did take them and was a bad decision. I take AlgaeCal+ now.

July 28, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

I am on Anastrozole for breast cancer. Said to weaken bones. I am going to have a conversation with my oncologsist about changing to an alternative. Like you my lower back is weak with three pathological fractures. I love pilates and believe it to be one of the best forms of exercises. It strengthens the muscles that support and protect the bones.

January 29
A MyOsteoTeam Member

I had a once a year injection of Reclast and did not seem to have any problems with it. I am not sure how long it takes to show improvement on the BDS.

August 3, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

A weekly fosomax pill is available too. Like you, I'd forget & drink some coffee! Once a week is easier for me. I told my Dr I'd try it for a year.

July 30, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Thanks !!

July 28, 2021

Related content

View All

Fosamax

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Abbeville, AL

Fosamax: What Have Your Experiences With This Drug Been? Positive Or Negative?

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Taneytown, MD

Hair And Scalp

A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Cody, WY
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
Lock Icon Your privacy is our priority. By continuing, you accept our Terms of Use, and our Health Data and Privacy policies.
Already a Member? Log in