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Osteoporosis
Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2003 8:58 am
by Riverwind (imported)
Hi all, a year ago I had my first bone scan, I was at 87% of normal so I started taking a drug called Fosamax, its for osteoporosis, I also increased my calcium to 1500 mg a day. Yesterday I had another scan at my doctor's office, I am happy to report that I am well into the green. My doctor wants me to stay on Fosamax for another 6 month when he will check me again.
So a warning to all, if you are castrated or thinking about it, you need to get a bone scan at least every two years.
Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become thin, weak, and easy to break. So remember get that bone scan and take your calcium.
OH and another thing, ITS SNOWING, I love the snow.
River
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2003 4:11 pm
by Iwtbaw (imported)
Hi Riverwind =)
I'm rather new to the forum, and am doing alot of reading and infomation gathering.
I'm glad to hear your bone density is in the green !
Being newly castrated I am learning what needs to be done for health maintainence. I'ts been only 2 weeks for me. And I am very sore down there and have to change bandages twice daily quite painfull atm. So far I haven't noticed much change hormone wise. Possibly too early to tell I suppose it will hit me like a brick wall Lol
Take Care
Iwtbaw
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2003 7:29 pm
by Robby (imported)
Iwtbaw (imported) wrote: Fri Dec 19, 2003 4:11 pm
I'ts been only 2 weeks for me. And I am very sore down there and have to change bandages twice daily quite painfull atm. So far I haven't noticed much change hormone wise. Possibly too early to tell I suppose it will hit me like a brick wall Lol
Take Care
Iwtbaw
Hi Iwtnbaw,
Glad to hear you are doing well at the 2-week mark. I sense from your description, 'down there', you are not comfortable talking about your groin area or your testicles. Ease up Bud you are not alone.
As for noticing difference in your Testosterone (hormone) level, it does take time for your system to deplete its current supply. One of these days, you will wake up and swear you feel different.
Best of luck in the coming weeks,
Robby
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Mon Dec 22, 2003 2:58 pm
by Iwtbaw (imported)
Thanks Robby,
I'm so glad there are such good and understanding people here. And so helpful too.
Iwtbaw
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Wed Dec 24, 2003 4:19 am
by BossTamsin (imported)
Another rant:
This is another issue many dismiss, and that upsets me.
If you think it won't happen to you, read on.
I've been here for many years. I've also been a eunuch for over 5 years. I was cut at the age of 25. Last year, the growing attention to osteoporosis on this board caused me to get a bone scan. I figured that at 29 years old, I was pretty safe, but should get a check done, just to be sure.
To my surprise, it came back showing I had osteoporosis. Sit back and think about that for a moment. How many other 29 year old men do you know of with osteoporosis? This is a direct result of castration, and is wery likely to happen to you, unless steps are taken to prevent it. Even then, it is something of an uphill battle. Testosterone (and estrogen) play a key role in maintaining bone density. Without at least one of them in your body, it is much harder to maintain healthy bones. This at least as true for younger eunuchs as older ones.
If you get cut, take care of your bones!
And congratulations to Riverwind, for his recent test results. They are truely amazing.
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Wed Dec 24, 2003 4:47 pm
by Riverwind (imported)
BossTamsin (imported) wrote: Wed Dec 24, 2003 4:19 am
Another rant:
This is another issue many dismiss, and that upsets me.
If you think it won't happen to you, read on.
I've been here for many years. I've also been a eunuch for over 5 years. I was cut at the age of 25. Last year, the growing attention to osteoporosis on this board caused me to get a bone scan. I figured that at 29 years old, I was pretty safe, but should get a check done, just to be sure.
To my surprise, it came back showing I had osteoporosis. Sit back and think about that for a moment. How many other 29 year old men do you know of with osteoporosis? This is a direct result of castration, and is wery likely to happen to you, unless steps are taken to prevent it. Even then, it is something of an uphill battle. Testosterone (and estrogen) play a key role in maintaining bone density. Without at least one of them in your body, it is much harder to maintain healthy bones. This at least as true for younger eunuchs as older ones.
If you get cut, take care of your bones!
And congratulations to Riverwind, for his recent test results. They are truely amazing.
I would like to add that I remember that like and I kind of gave it the thumbs down, that is until I had my first bone scan. Taking Fosamax once a week is not the worst thing in the world but you must take in on an empty stomach with water and then nothing for an hour.
Thank you IEunuch I was perty happy about the results.
Re: Osteoporosis
Posted: Wed Dec 24, 2003 8:19 pm
by Robby (imported)
BossTamsin (imported) wrote: Wed Dec 24, 2003 4:19 am
Another rant:
This is another issue many dismiss, and that upsets me.
If you think it won't happen to you, read on.
I've been here for many years. I've also been a eunuch for over 5 years. I was cut at the age of 25. Last year, the growing attention to osteoporosis on this board caused me to get a bone scan. I figured that at 29 years old, I was pretty safe, but should get a check done, just to be sure.
To my surprise, it came back showing I had osteoporosis. Sit back and think about that for a moment. How many other 29 year old men do you know of with osteoporosis? This is a direct result of castration, and is wery likely to happen to you, unless steps are taken to prevent it. Even then, it is something of an uphill battle. Testosterone (and estrogen) play a key role in maintaining bone density. Without at least one of them in your body, it is much harder to maintain healthy bones. This at least as true for younger eunuchs as older ones.
If you get cut, take care of your bones!
And congratulations to Riverwind, for his recent test results. They are truely amazing.
IEunuch,
Sorry to hear of your issue with osteoporosis.
Some questions on your assertion castration was a direct cause:
What was your bone density level or reading prior to castration?
How strong were your bones before the final cut?
What source of measurement did you utilize to determine your bones were strong and osteoporosis was not in the making prior to castration?
Just wondering...as this is good information for those guys contemplating castration, young and old.
Thanks IE,
Robby
