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Is Prolia Recommended For Knee And Hip Replacement?

I am 53 and I have RA for 20 years, I m not under any drug, I mange this with vitamins and herbs. My Gp has told me I have osteoporosis, 2 knees replacement and hip, He wants me to do PROLIA, I don t think so, too many side effects. Dr remove my womb at 35, I want to know if would be better ERT for my osteo instead of prolia

posted on Fri, 4 Sep 2015

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General & Family Physician, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali's Response

Hi,

Prolia is preferred over HRT for osteoporosis. There is a risk of breast cancer and venous thromboembolism (clot formation in the leg veins) associated with HRT in the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis hence Prolia is a better choice. Injection Prolia given once every 6 months is effective in preventing fracture of the spine and hip associated with postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician

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Is Prolia Recommended For Knee And Hip Replacement?

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