Recently, I went to a follow-up appointment about the results of a bone density scan. I have osteoporosis and this year's 360 physical checkup has reviled more bone loss in my spine and upper thighs. Seems, every time I have a physical checkup, there is always something else physically wrong with me. I had better get my affairs in order before I take a permanent leave-of-absence. Anyway, the bad news is I could suffer a fracture in my spine while simply by standing; and then, I would not be able to continue with my lifestyle, already limited due to age and other health problems. Terry, a nurse practitioner who is assigned to my physical exam, told me, bone loss is generally caused by age and lack of estrogen. She advised me to take a medicine, Alendronate Sodium, 70 MG Tab once a week and then, go in for another bone density scan during my next year physical examination. Terry went on to tel...
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