# Latest **URL:** https://community.theros.org.uk/latest.md [Latest](https://community.theros.org.uk/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.theros.org.uk/categories.md) --- ## [What’s cooking? Share your favourite recipes 🍲](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/what-s-cooking-share-your-favourite-recipes/2227)
**Author:** [@ROSModerator](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/ROSModerator)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [2 November 2026 12:25 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/what-s-cooking-share-your-favourite-recipes/2227 "2026-11-02T12:25:33Z")
Hi everyone, Some of our wonderful members have kindly suggested a recipe swap, so we thought we’d start a conversation here :blush: As the colder months settle in, what do you enjoy making? All recipes are welcome, w… --- ## [Is it possible to live with osteoporosis safely with no medication](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/is-it-possible-to-live-with-osteoporosis-safely-with-no-medication/2239)
**Author:** [@Flamboyant](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Flamboyant)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 17:30 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/is-it-possible-to-live-with-osteoporosis-safely-with-no-medication/2239 "2026-11-06T17:30:27Z")
Hi, I was on Prolia for 9 years, with no problems, and opted to come off it before the 10 year advised 10 year period, mainly because I hate taking medication of any kind. My bones were vastly improved after the treat… --- ## [Injection of medication](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/injection-of-medication/2167)
**Author:** [@SarahA](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/SarahA)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 15:28 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/injection-of-medication/2167 "2026-11-06T15:28:04Z")
Has any one had the 6m monthly injection for osteoporosis medication. If so what were the effects over that time. I really can’t do the daily tablet regime. I don’t react well to any meds especially if they cause consti… --- ## [High levels of Prolactin and bone loss: anyone else?](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/high-levels-of-prolactin-and-bone-loss-anyone-else/2232)
**Author:** [@KangFuFighter](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/KangFuFighter)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 15:06 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/high-levels-of-prolactin-and-bone-loss-anyone-else/2232 "2026-11-06T15:06:59Z")
Hello, I’m new to this forum. I’m in my late 50s and was diagnosed with osteopenia and partial osteoporosis four years ago. I’ve had three DEXA scans since, and the latest showed a very sudden and significant loss of bon… --- ## [Newly diagnosed](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/newly-diagnosed/2235)
**Author:** [@Arielbear](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Arielbear)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 11:44 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/newly-diagnosed/2235 "2026-11-06T11:44:36Z")
Hello , I have been recently diagnosed with Osteoposis in my lumber spine with a T score of -5.2 after having 3 fractures from lifting a bag of shopping into the car. I was very active before the fractures, always on the… --- ## [Dumbbell advice](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/dumbbell-advice/2238)
**Author:** [@Bex](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Bex)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 10:42 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/dumbbell-advice/2238 "2026-11-06T10:42:23Z")
Hi everyone, I wondered whether those of you who use weights at home could share advice on dumbbells. I’m looking to buy some and realise I will need a few different dumbbell weights to progress (increase weights over … --- ## [Decision making re meds!](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/decision-making-re-meds/2248)
**Author:** [@SarahA](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/SarahA)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [6 November 2026 09:18 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/decision-making-re-meds/2248 "2026-11-06T09:18:08Z")
Is there anyone who decided not to take medication of any kind if so how have you fared re any DEXTA scans. I haven’t had one yet. So much information re meds so many opinions and experiences. I don’t do well with side e… --- ## [Denosumab: decision making and your experience of taking it or not](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/denosumab-decision-making-and-your-experience-of-taking-it-or-not/2059)
**Author:** [@GlowWithTheFlow](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/GlowWithTheFlow)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [5 November 2026 17:11 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/denosumab-decision-making-and-your-experience-of-taking-it-or-not/2059 "2026-11-05T17:11:14Z")
Hello! I am in the process of deciding whether to accept to take Denosumab for the rest of my life. I did get some comfort from the osteoporosis website video explaining some of the drug serious side effects and how to… --- ## [Zoledronic acid side effects](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/zoledronic-acid-side-effects/2214)
**Author:** [@Pav](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Pav)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [5 November 2026 14:10 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/zoledronic-acid-side-effects/2214 "2026-11-05T14:10:31Z")
Hi everyone I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis after I broke L1 &L5. I had my infusion end of May. I didn’t have many side effects but I developed locked jaw on the right side and pain in my right ribs a week ago.… --- ## [Recommendations for swimmin costumes](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/recommendations-for-swimmin-costumes/2217)
**Author:** [@Dorsetgirl](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Dorsetgirl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [5 November 2026 13:05 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/recommendations-for-swimmin-costumes/2217 "2026-11-05T13:05:32Z")
Hi everyone. Last year I was diagnosed with osteoporosis after various tests due to a very painful back. I had five broken vertebrae which have healed but as you all know it completely alters the shape of your torso whic… --- ## [Cooler options for Teva Teriparatide](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/cooler-options-for-teva-teriparatide/2206)
**Author:** [@JoniVe](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/JoniVe)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [5 November 2026 09:58 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/cooler-options-for-teva-teriparatide/2206 "2026-11-05T09:58:05Z")
Hello Everyone, I know this topic has been touched on but I specifically need to pick the brains of anyone taking the Teva version of Teriparatide as the pens are fatter than Forteo. I want to buy the 4AllFamily Voyager … --- ## [Advice on exercising watching online videos at home](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/advice-on-exercising-watching-online-videos-at-home/2189)
**Author:** [@Bex](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Bex)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [4 November 2026 17:34 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/advice-on-exercising-watching-online-videos-at-home/2189 "2026-11-04T17:34:42Z")
Hi everyone, I want to start exercising at home watching online videos (eg. ROS videos, utube videos, subscription videos) and wondered what the best and easiest way to do this is. What is the best tech set up? Using a… --- ## [First post - Feeling confused, lost and a bit overwhelmed](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/first-post-feeling-confused-lost-and-a-bit-overwhelmed/2084)
**Author:** [@Jasmine](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Jasmine)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [3 November 2026 18:08 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/first-post-feeling-confused-lost-and-a-bit-overwhelmed/2084 "2026-11-03T18:08:21Z")
Hello everyone. Just joined what looks to be a fabulous support group. I had a private Dexa in May as I had been reading a lot about women’s health as they age and thought I would get myself a scan to see how my body was… --- ## [To take meds or not](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/to-take-meds-or-not/2222)
**Author:** [@SarahA](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/SarahA)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [3 November 2026 10:54 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/to-take-meds-or-not/2222 "2026-11-03T10:54:08Z")
I have been reading many useful posts re meds. I am very reluctant to take them. The many side effects reported are made little off by the medics. My doctor wants me to. However I have not had a Dexta scan nor been t… --- ## [Triparatide or Romozozumab](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/triparatide-or-romozozumab/2043)
**Author:** [@Bajo](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Bajo)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [2 November 2026 17:42 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/triparatide-or-romozozumab/2043 "2026-11-02T17:42:13Z")
Hello all, I have been diagnosed with sever osteoporoses of spine and hip. I had a fracture of L2 only 6 months ago and I am told it has healed very well. I’ve seen two bone / osteoporosis specialist. I’ve been offered T… --- ## [HRT for osteoporosis](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/hrt-for-osteoporosis/2004)
**Author:** [@Bex](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Bex)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [2 November 2026 16:37 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/hrt-for-osteoporosis/2004 "2026-11-02T16:37:44Z")
Hi everyone, I’m newly diagnosed with osteoporosis in my fifties. My spine t score isn’t good. But as I haven’t fractured I’m hoping my bone quality is good and am considering HRT instead of bone meds. I’m uncertain wh… --- ## [Accepting new body shape](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/accepting-new-body-shape/1395)
**Author:** [@Grandy1952](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Grandy1952)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [29 October 2026 09:15 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/accepting-new-body-shape/1395 "2026-10-29T09:15:12Z")
Hi, i have recently been diagnosed with severe osteoporosis after 8 spinal fractures, several of which I didn’t know about and our now healed. I hope to start daily injections any day now. Due to the severity i am unable… --- ## [Romosozumab](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/romosozumab/2199)
**Author:** [@Spin](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Spin)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [2 November 2026 09:05 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/romosozumab/2199 "2026-11-02T09:05:01Z")
Hi. I was diagnosed some years ago with osteoporosis but for various reasons and just starting treatment The consultant is recommending Romosozumab. Does anyone have any experience of using this? Thanks --- ## [Zoledronic Acid Infusion side effects](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/zoledronic-acid-infusion-side-effects/2130)
**Author:** [@Mads2](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Mads2)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [1 November 2026 08:58 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/zoledronic-acid-infusion-side-effects/2130 "2026-11-01T08:58:46Z")
I’m new here. Earlier this week I had my first infusion of Zeledronic Acid Zoledronate, I was worried but decided to go ahead. I followed the guidelines, drank plenty of water before during and after. I also take daily P… --- ## [Osteoporosis and diet](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/osteoporosis-and-diet/2194)
**Author:** [@Mrsmclugan](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Mrsmclugan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [30 October 2026 19:41 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/osteoporosis-and-diet/2194 "2026-10-30T19:41:48Z")
Hello - had a cat scan on Thursday and received a confirmation that I have osteoporosis- 7 compression fractures in my spine 5 thoracic and 2 lumbar.. Dr will make a follow up plan but for now I have pain killers. As you… --- ## [Back support](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/back-support/2197)
**Author:** [@Triciafiddian](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Triciafiddian)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [30 October 2026 16:03 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/back-support/2197 "2026-10-30T16:03:37Z")
I’m newly diagnosed. Have severe spine curvature but no pain! Can you recommend back support garments? --- ## [REMS scan - bone density AND bone quality](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/rems-scan-bone-density-and-bone-quality/1622)
**Author:** [@DeniseYorks](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/DeniseYorks)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [29 October 2026 16:13 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/rems-scan-bone-density-and-bone-quality/1622 "2026-10-29T16:13:49Z")
Hi. Thought I’d share my recent experience of having a REMS scan. I came across this when watching a podcast by Dr Doug Lucas in the US. He and some other doctors I’ve researched were saying REMS was more accurate than a… --- ## [New diagnosis](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/new-diagnosis/2172)
**Author:** [@raquel.l.v.oliveira](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/raquel.l.v.oliveira)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [29 October 2026 09:24 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/new-diagnosis/2172 "2026-10-29T09:24:32Z")
Hi all, just received an osteoporosis and osteopenia diagnosis on a random baseline scan before continuing medication for fibroids. I’m 41 (older than some of you in the group, I know), but this came as a total shock. I’… --- ## [Problem with Calcium Supplements](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/problem-with-calcium-supplements/2156)
**Author:** [@Pandolf](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Pandolf)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [28 October 2026 17:36 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/problem-with-calcium-supplements/2156 "2026-10-28T17:36:54Z")
When diagnosed with osteoporosis I was prescribed Evacal D3 (3000mg per day) after two tablets I had to stop taking it as it caused severe constipation. I can cope with the Alendronic Acid. Taking more than 500mg of calc… --- ## [Teriparatide and night sweats](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/teriparatide-and-night-sweats/2152)
**Author:** [@Ottokay](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Ottokay)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [28 October 2026 17:02 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/teriparatide-and-night-sweats/2152 "2026-10-28T17:02:12Z")
Hi everyone, Have you experienced night sweats with Teriparatide? I had to interrupt my treatment after 12 days, because I was having really bad night sweats, and leg swelling, exhaustion, and had a blood test 6 days a… --- ## [Osteoporosis and Hyperparathyroidism](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/osteoporosis-and-hyperparathyroidism/2182)
**Author:** [@KandM](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/KandM)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [28 October 2026 10:32 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/osteoporosis-and-hyperparathyroidism/2182 "2026-10-28T10:32:46Z")
Hello everyone. I am new to this group and have a few questions. I have severe osteoporosis and have been taking Alendronic acid for about 3 years. I had a dexa scan recently and was told that my scores were actually wor… --- ## [Recipe swap](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/recipe-swap/2198)
**Author:** [@julier](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/julier)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [28 October 2026 08:08 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/recipe-swap/2198 "2026-10-28T08:08:50Z")
Hi. New to osteoporosis and looking for recipe ideas. Is there a recipe swap area on here somewhere? Tia --- ## [Travel with Teriparatide](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/travel-with-teriparatide/1735)
**Author:** [@EDgirl](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/EDgirl)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [27 October 2026 10:55 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/travel-with-teriparatide/1735 "2026-10-27T10:55:25Z")
I started Teriparatide earlier this year and am hoping to fly to Ireland next month. Does anyone have any advice on medical cool travel bags for the pen while flying? I have bought a Smart Medicine Refrigeration contai… --- ## [Newly diagnosed, ex runner](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/newly-diagnosed-ex-runner/2188)
**Author:** [@RAA](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/RAA)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [27 October 2026 08:04 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/newly-diagnosed-ex-runner/2188 "2026-10-27T08:04:44Z")
Hello, I am a 70 year old male, recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Until June this year I was a keen runner, but suffered a compression fracture in bone T8 of my thoracic spine. Fracture now fully stabilised. I am kee… --- ## [Teriparatide storage and travel](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/teriparatide-storage-and-travel/1149)
**Author:** [@Horsehugger](https://community.theros.org.uk/u/Horsehugger)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [26 October 2026 19:18 UTC](https://community.theros.org.uk/t/teriparatide-storage-and-travel/1149 "2026-10-26T19:18:10Z")
Hi all I am just about to start my Teriparatide treatment and have just received my stock, and have Nurse booked in. I need to source travel storage to keep it cool travelling and wondered if anyone had any recommendat… [Next page](https://community.theros.org.uk/latest.md?page=1)