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Linda · 10-16-2009, 08:15 AM

Marcia:
My doc did not want to give me Zometa, stating that the study had been too small and the risk for kidney damage, etc, didn't make it worth it. Just her opinion -- since many docs are on board with Zometa. Also, I take Boniva already (for osteopenia) and she says that will do the same thing. I'm not sure I agree, but just wanted to pass that on.
By the way, there's a large discussion of this on the Stage 3 thread on Breastcancer.org, where many women weigh in. It may be a bit old by now, but check and read there.
Linda

10-16-2009, 08:15 AM	#3
Linda Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 143	Re: Should I consider taking Zometa? Marcia: My doc did not want to give me Zometa, stating that the study had been too small and the risk for kidney damage, etc, didn't make it worth it. Just her opinion -- since many docs are on board with Zometa. Also, I take Boniva already (for osteopenia) and she says that will do the same thing. I'm not sure I agree, but just wanted to pass that on. By the way, there's a large discussion of this on the Stage 3 thread on Breastcancer.org, where many women weigh in. It may be a bit old by now, but check and read there. Linda