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Ellie F · 11-20-2014, 05:05 AM

Hi all
Thank you so much for the information. I was just about to post asking the same question as Kim!
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago when a ct scan showed small fractures in my hips. Have been on calcium and vit d3 but things don't seem to have improved I'm told I'm a high risk for fractures. The endocrinologist wants me to have a yearly infusion of zometa now he's run all the blood tests. I also have to have my dentist do any necessary work before starting.
I suspect the osteoporosis was chemo induced but can't seem to find out if long term herceptin also has an impact??

I have recently started working with a therapist doing weight training , strictly controlled but working on hips ,spine and wrist. It's too early to say if its improving my bone density BUT a lot of the aching and stiffness has resolved!

Ellie

11-20-2014, 05:05 AM	#8
Ellie F Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,526	Re: Hey Steph and any others on Zometa Hi all Thank you so much for the information. I was just about to post asking the same question as Kim! I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago when a ct scan showed small fractures in my hips. Have been on calcium and vit d3 but things don't seem to have improved I'm told I'm a high risk for fractures. The endocrinologist wants me to have a yearly infusion of zometa now he's run all the blood tests. I also have to have my dentist do any necessary work before starting. I suspect the osteoporosis was chemo induced but can't seem to find out if long term herceptin also has an impact?? I have recently started working with a therapist doing weight training , strictly controlled but working on hips ,spine and wrist. It's too early to say if its improving my bone density BUT a lot of the aching and stiffness has resolved! Ellie Last edited by Ellie F; 11-20-2014 at 05:06 AM.. Reason: Spelling