Hi gang.
Just have time to answer one question right now. (yeah, I know WHEW aren't we the lucky ones) Ha Ha
Karen: I use to be on Fosamax. When I started going to the Oncology - Hematology specialist after my breast issue she got me on Prolia.
No after effects at all. My insurance pays for it too.
I will say one thing. Make sure if your insurance pays for this to do your 'homework' on where you get it done. The Oncology place has it's own in house lab and they take my blood right on the spot and I see the machines they use to process it. It takes up to 1 hour sometimes to get the calcium reading of the blood finished. Not a big deal since they let me lounge in a recliner, give me warm blankets, TV and even coffee while I wait. I use to go into that area after my surgery for other treatments.
The down side is that you see other people in the recliners that are hooked up to Chemo or are getting blood transfusions and you feel so bad for them. I must say today they were all upbeat when talking to the nurses as they got their treatments. Makes you thankful for the little things in life and the health I do have, even though it's not perfect.
They also have the doctor read your labs and then make the decision on just what Prolia amount I get. They warm the Prolia so it doesn't bother me when injected.
I tell you to look for a very professional place and not just the doctors office so that you get the absolute best trained care you can. I hold my Oncologist in high regards for CARING.
Okay, that's all I have to say about that. Let me know if you have any other questions.
I'm not a fan of taking pills and I take more than enough since my breast issue. I was hesitant, but glad to get 1 shot every 6 months. Just do your research as to where you want to get it done. It's important to have PRE-LABS done and have someone who knows all about those labs on your side.
Karen: Are you telling us that JANE DOES NOT have A/C in her place? Yikes, how does one live in Florida without it? Does anybody use the pool that your one sister had to have installed? I can't remember if it was Barb or Jane. I never hear about anybody going in the home pool. Is it still up in the yard? Just wondering.
Mike: Bummer on losing your post. Hate when that happens.
Dave: All that damage in Ohio wasn't on the news the other day. Thanks for sharing it with us. I hope the people can get their homes and lives back together soon. Weather can be a friend or your worst enemy.
