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Hx: addison s disease for 12 years with Rx 10 mgm hydrodcortisone, Florinef .05 mgm q day. No chg. dosage. Hx. Osteoporsis 2013 Dexa scan hips 2.7, 2.8 and spine 3.2. I was diagnosed in 2001 and was on Actonel for 2-3 years and have been on Fosamax/alendronate 70mgm qd past 11 or 12 years. I dropped a can of water chestnuts on my toe in 2001 and fractured one toe and I have had no other fractures. I have normal BP and my A1-c in 2013 was 5.7, Dec. fasting blood sugar 85. My internist considered fortero in Dec. 2013 and then declined since I am not having fractures. I eat Total cereal daily and eat yogurt 2-3 times weekly. I cannot take calcium by mouth due to hypercalcemia. What would you suggest or do you confer with my primary physician? I have read about Prolira for osteo given IM q 6 months. I am a 76 year old blonde/gray petite with a weight of 108-110 pounds female with high energy level and I walk 30 to 40 minutes daily or 2 to 2.5 miles. Thanks for your time,
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Need Medication For A Fracture On Toe
Hello, Thank you for suing healthcare magic. I read your question and understood your concern. I agree with your primary physician. Dr. Selmani