Rib fractures from 8 week cough

Hello, I am 69 and I was diagnosed with Osteopenia some 3 years ago, started on Zolendronic Acid infusions in 2023 every 18 months. I have had upper respiratory infections which causes violent coughing lasting up to 8 weeks and my respiratory consultant ordered an x-ray which he said there were definitely 2 or may be 3 rib fractures probably caused by my cough.

Should I contact my Osteoporosis department for their advice as I’m not due for my next infusion until July?
Thank you

Hi @Jellybaby ,

Welcome to the community, thank you so much for joining us here :slight_smile:

It sounds like it’s been a really difficult time recently, especially with the cough you mentioned. If it might feel helpful, we’d welcome you to get in touch with our Free osteoporosis Helpline of specialist osteoporosis nurses, who can chat through your situation further.

Please do keep reaching out here whenever you need :slight_smile:

Wishing you all the very best,

Lulu

ROS Moderator