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Posted 3/28/2009 10:58 AM (GMT 0)
Hello all, I just recieved some bone density results and the have come back showing i have the early stages of ostopenia.

Does anyone else here have this? What will mean for me in the future? Is it reversible? Is it managed? What are the risks?

I havent spoken to anyone qualitfied yet i just recieved the letter in the post.

Posted 3/28/2009 5:17 PM (GMT 0)
Sorry to hear the bad news. smhair
Posted 3/28/2009 5:35 PM (GMT 0)
I have osteopenia too. I've never been on pred. I take Vit. D and calcium every day. I also do weight-bearing exercises, like light weight lifting, hiking, walking and some aerobics. Those types of exercises can help build your bone density. I don't know if osteopenia is reversible, but exercising and taking vit. D and calcium can help you to prevent further bone loss.
Posted 3/28/2009 8:00 PM (GMT 0)
That is crappy news. I was diagnosed with full osteoporosis last year. The doc wanted me to take Fosamax, but it has nasty side effects so I refused for now. It took me a while to figure out my next step, but I asked to see a specialist. I have an appointment in June. I have the exact same questions as you and I plan to ask the specialist. Sorry I am not much help, but we are way to young to have bone loss and for that reason I would ask to see someone who specializes in the area.

Good luck.

On a side note, I am investigating fructose intolerance in myself and I came across a site that said fructose intolerance can cause poor obsorption of iron and calcium in the small bowel and it can lead to anemia and osteoporosis. The website was crap with ads all over it so take it with a grain of salt.
Posted 3/28/2009 9:58 PM (GMT 0)
     I have osteoporosis.  Osteopenia is the fore runner of osteoporosis.  I believe it is reversible, ask your doctor.  Are you taking calcium supplements?  I, like robray, refused Fosamax and Actonel simply because one of the side effects is ulcerations in the esophagus.  Well, with ulcers already in my rectum, I sure don't need em in my esophagus.  So, I take calcium with vitamin D and that will just have to suffice.  My family doctor tried a scare tactic by telling me his grandmother had osteoporosis, fell, broke her hip and died.  I asked how old she was at the time....86!!!  I told him..."Doctor, with my condition, UC, if I make it to 86 I will be eternally grateful."  He didn't have an answer.  I do attribute several causes for my osteoporosis.  First of all, I hated milk and never drank it as a child.  Therefore, I screwed myself up in that department.  Secondly, I have had UC for over ten years and took a LOT of prednisone.  I know for a fact that sure contributed.
Posted 3/29/2009 1:42 AM (GMT 0)

Yes, I was diagnosed with osteopenia caused by high doses of prednisone when I was first diagnosed and was very ill. I was already at risk, being a small-boned, white female.

Since that time, I have successfully reversed my bone loss through healing the gut, improved nutrition, cardio and weight training. I did it without using osteoporosis drugs or even calcium supplements, so take heart. It is within your control to improve your bone density... especially since you've become aware of the problem before it becomes full blown osteoporosis.

Posted 3/29/2009 11:44 AM (GMT 0)

Thank you all for your replies!Im so lucky to have people i can turn that can relate!

Its really promising that some of you have been able to reverse or build on your bone density, im definately going to have to dedicate my time to excercising and taking more vitamin D!

I was beginning to think about planning for a baby, but i guess now wouldnt be a good time, would that increase my bone loss?

Every week or so im bombarded with bad results, this UC is far bigger and effects far more than just your colon! :-(

Posted 3/29/2009 12:22 PM (GMT 0)
Princesa, could you give a few tips of the reigieme you followed, i.e. excercise and foods? I know theres some excercises you shouldnt do as they could cause more harm than good. Also how long did it take you to build bone loss back?
Thanks!
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