on hormone therapy should Husband be taking something for bones

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Posted 6/1/2010 4:02 AM (GMT 0)

Hi: My husband has been on hormone therapy for 2 1/2 years he takes supplements of calcium and vit d. Should he be taking something for his bones so he doesn't develop osteoporosis?

logoslidat

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Posted 6/1/2010 5:23 AM (GMT 0)

I cant answer that question, but would check with his oncologist about the calcium supplements. Ther are studies that show calcium as not benificial to prostate cancer patients. Google calcium and prostate cancer.

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Posted 6/1/2010 2:09 PM (GMT 0)

Did he have an initial bone density scan? Does he have regular bone density scans to see if he is losing mass? If scans show he has lost mass then Foxamex or Zometa should be given. Regular excercise, especially with weights is necessary when on HT.
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Posted 6/1/2010 4:03 PM (GMT 0)

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Hi: My husband has been on hormone therapy for 2 1/2 years he takes supplements of calcium and vit d. Should he be taking something for his bones so he doesn't develop osteoporosis?

This is an important question to raise with his doctor. I don't have direct experience here, but I'll share what I've learned...

Biphosphonate drugs help to counter the loss of bone density for HT patients. Annual bone density tests should be performed to assure that the risks of bone breakage, osteoporosis and ONJ (Osteonecrosis of the Jaw) are minimized. There has, however, been some findings published regarding differences in oral and IV biphosphonate drugs which are worth noting with the doctor...

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