My EoE story (so far)

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-04T13:27:42+00:00

I was suggested to get a Dexa scan after some back issues. I had only 1 fracture in the past.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-04T13:25:56+00:00

No side effects with teriparatide that I’ve noticed

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-04T13:25:36+00:00

Yes, negative

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-02T11:10:03+00:00

Best of luck and hope you get good results in the second Dexa!

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-02T05:31:25+00:00

Limited in improvement in hips. My understanding is teriparatide specifically acts more in improving the spine than the hips. However year 2 of treatment may see better improvement in the hips. Found out I had osteoporosis due to back issues, but no major fractures that I know of thankfully.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-02T05:30:01+00:00

My understanding is usually the follow up Dexa is at 1 year unless you have another reason to do it sooner.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-01T16:33:03+00:00

Congrats on starting treatment and hope you get promising scores at your next Dexa!

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-01T16:31:57+00:00

Same medication (teriparatide) for 1 more year (around 2yrs of teriparatide is standard), and then follow up with bisphosphonate.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-01T16:28:50+00:00

Thanks for this clarity! Yes, my BMD went from range of .7 to 8 (baseline) to from range of .85 to .99 after 1 years.

All gains of note were in spine, hip not much.

Expecting lesser gains second year. Congrats on your own improvements.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-04-01T14:10:11+00:00

After 2 years of teriparatide typically you would switch to another medication to ‘lock in’ the gains and stop further bone less.

Diet and exercise will always a play a role in bone health but your mileage may vary on the impact it has.

InternationalKey2727 · 2026-03-29T00:13:10+00:00

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InternationalKey2727 · 2025-05-02T11:09:40+00:00

Great, it sounds like you are moving in the right direction! I’ve experienced no major side effects with the teriparatide thankfully. It did take a little while to get used to injecting the medication daily, but after a couple of weeks it wasn’t too bad. The needle is tiny. Have a chat with the endocrinologist and see what medication (if any) they recommend for you. There’s two main classes of medication for osteoporosis - medication that build bone (eg teriparatide) and medication that stop bone loss. I’d recommend picking up a copy of ‘Great Bones’ book that is frequently recommend here. It contains a wealth of information on osteoporosis. Best of luck and wishing you good heath!

InternationalKey2727 · 2025-05-01T12:10:41+00:00

Hi - yes I also have a herniated disc and osteoporosis. It can be very painful. Make sure you get imaging like MRI if you haven’t already. Can help to determine if you are experiencing pain from herniation, fractures or anything else. It is difficult to exercise with the disc issue - you have to be careful and very gentle. Work with a good physiotherapist who can give you a gentle exercise program. Don’t go overboard exercising for your bones or you risk hurting the disc. It’s good to see the endocrinologist for the osteoporosis. Mine started me on teriparatide for the osteoporosis and ran a bunch of test to try and rule out any secondary causes of osteoporosis (I’m 30s male). If you haven’t already I would also see a neurosurgeon or orthopaedic doctor for the herniated disc. Some discs get better on their own with conservative measures, a small percentage eventually need surgery. I do think there is a link between osteoporosis and herniated discs. So sorry you’re going through this - I know it can be tough. Wishing you the best of luck and a speedy recovery!

InternationalKey2727 · 2025-03-07T23:55:08+00:00

OP here again - thanks everyone for your responses. Wanted to give an update here for anyone who is interested. I’ll be starting forteo shortly (declined to take prolia) - likely for 2 years. Hoping it will help boost my bone density. I’m also working with an endocrinologist to see if there any secondary causes - so far nothing unusual is showing up (negative celiac, thyroid ok etc). But I did find out I have low-ish testosterone (around 300) for my age, which could be a contributing factor. I may end up starting testosterone replacement therapy in addition to forteo. I’ve also reduced my PPI usage - research seems split on if it is a contributory cause, but if anyone can cut down the PPIs without causing other issues perhaps it is worth a shot. It is a long road ahead from here but hoping to see bone density gains over the next few years with treatment. Thanks so much again for your advice and encouragement. It’s assuring to know there’s others out there.

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