Bryan H. asked

🏥  Medical

I was recently diagnosed with osteoporosis and a parathyroid problem. My doctor wants me to take the Prolia shot. I'm 53 and hesitant to take it because I'm reading that it might make my bones weaker and more prone to breaking after I stop using it. My bone density score is -2.7. Do I really need it, and is there anything else that could replace these shots?

February 21st, 2024

Christina G. answered

Prolia is designed to increase bone density, not weaken it. The concern about bones becoming weaker ...

February 21st, 2024

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