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03-31-2011, 01:53 PM | #1 |
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| medically confused Ok. 2 yrs ago an ortho dr sd i had osteoporosis. This was the dx after I broke a bone in my back from a seizure. They found several past fractures and did bone density test. I went to my new pcp today (had been a pt there several yrs ago and going back due to ins change). There is one dr there that i do not really like, neither does my bro in law or my dtr that also goes there. He has a thick asian accent and he tends not to tell you what is wrong, just saying take this med unless you specifically ask. I was in pain with my back today and left work early. He was the only dr there today. After xrays, he asked who dx osteo, i told him. He sd from what he sees, i do not have it, I have degenerative disk disease. So who is right? He gave me a steroid shot and has ordered physical therapy. I am so confused. What does anyone think? Should I go back to ortho and talk to him? Or is my pcp crazy? thoughts pls. Thanks.
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03-31-2011, 02:14 PM | #2 |
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| As I understand it for osteoporosis to show on a regular x-ray, it has to be advanced and profound. Only a bone density study can really determine that condition unless the osteoporosis is very, very advanced.
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03-31-2011, 02:21 PM | #3 | |
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I'd go back and see another doctor who speaks English in an understandable way. Physio won't hurt, just make sure you tell physio you have osteoporosis and DDD. Anyhow with osteoporosis they ususally recommend weight bearing exercise to help you build up muscle mass and to strengthen the bones.
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03-31-2011, 03:11 PM | #4 |
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| Thanks. I did a little research online. One article sd: In addition to age and injury, arthritis and osteoporosis, both degenerative conditions, contribute to degenerative disc disease. So it seems if I could have both. I will call ahead next time to see which provider is working that day before going again. I was in so much pain, it was a have to case. He did give me a steriod shot that calm the pain down. I go for an evaluation on Tuesday for PT. Want my sinus infection to settle down first. I hate being sick or hurting!!!!!
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04-01-2011, 05:24 PM | #6 |
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| I'm so sorry for the pain you're having. That sounds miserable. I don't know the answer to your question. I've seen pictures of xrays of severe osteoporosis and you can't really see the bone - just the outline of the limb.
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