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Suggest Treatment For Osteoporosis While On Prolia

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Posted on Tue, 2 Feb 2016
Question: I have MS and have recently been told I have osteoporosis. My doctor has recommended prolia but I am concerned about something else that impacts my immune system. I have not been taking calcium. Could taking it avoid the need for prolia? Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Shehzad Topiwala (38 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Unlikely

Detailed Answer:
If you have severe osteoporosis then taking calcium alone will not substitute for the need to take proper anti-osteoporosis medication.

So the important point is how bad is the osteoporosis.

When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination:

CBC
Electrolytes
Calcium
HbA1c
Liver function tests
Kidney function tests
TSH
25 hydroxy Vitamin D
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Dr. Shehzad Topiwala

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Suggest Treatment For Osteoporosis While On Prolia

Brief Answer: Unlikely Detailed Answer: If you have severe osteoporosis then taking calcium alone will not substitute for the need to take proper anti-osteoporosis medication. So the important point is how bad is the osteoporosis. When I see someone like you in my practice, I typically order the following tests in addition to a detailed physical examination: CBC Electrolytes Calcium HbA1c Liver function tests Kidney function tests TSH 25 hydroxy Vitamin D