March 4th was my last dose of Forteo (daily shot for Osteoporosis); I ran out because of an insurance issue. It’s complicated but given my no income status, I thought I might be eligible for less expensive health insurance so I applied (via www.healthcare.gov) on December 15th. Sure enough, the website indicates I might be eligible but my case is still pending; unfortunately, no more Forteo, tests, or doctor visits until this insurance matter is cleared up.
One can only take Forteo for 2 years (cumulative) and the drug maker indicates injections can be interrupted so this temporary interruption shouldn't be a big deal. November 13, 2013 was my first injection so after about 15 months of shots, I’m anxious to find out how my bones are doing. On the positive side, I don’t like taking any kind of drugs so I’m not missing the daily shots:); maybe once I’m cleared to take tests, my doctor will suggest I don’t need the remaining 9 months of injections:)
In the interim, I’m eating healthy to insure my dietary intake meets or exceeds the 1000mg RDA for calcium. I’m also lifting weights to stress my bones, taking a Vitamin D (D3 2000IU) supplement, and working on my tan:)
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