I'm worried about the potential for developing osteo-necrosis, since I get Zometa infusions a couple of times a year. When I called my oncologist to ask if it would be okay for me to have the surgery, he said it's been 6 months since your last infusion, it should be fine. There was a guy in the blood cancer support group we attended (pre pandemic) who had to have a couple of teeth pulled--he did get osteo-necrosis from that, and it had been 10 years since his last Zometa infusion. Does anyone… read more
You made me realize that I need to build up my bones!!!
Judy,
When I was first diagnosed with MGUS, I was also diagnosed with osteoporosis at -3.6, which is severe. I was told I needed Zometa, but I have other health concerns and looked into natural ways to strengthen my bones. It’s been 5 years and I am doing well. I take Calcium & magnesium (MRM Bone Maximizer III) and extra D3 & K2 and collagen. I figured if MM breaks down the bones, I better build them up faster.
Paula🌹
Judy,
I was taking calcium and magnesium too, but it wasn’t helping. I wasn’t taking D3 & K2 which fell in to go to the bones instead of the arteries. I had a heart attack. Now with the D3 & K2 and collagen, I am doing better. I also changed my calcium supplement to MRM Bone Maximizer III (with MK-7) and take 4 capsules a day. My blood calcium has even come down.
Paula🌹
It’s too late to avoid Zometa. I had already been diagnosed with osteoporosis years before I was diagnosed with MM. I had refused bisphosphonates because I was aware of the potential side effects. When I was diagnosed with MM, I felt I didn’t have a choice. I had already been taking extra calcium supplements with MK-7. I had also been walking 5 miles per day for weight bearing exercise. Now, fingers crossed, I will heal without developing osteo-necrosis.
Your concern about osteonecrosis is valid. Osteonecrosis of the jaw (ONJ) is a known risk associated with bisphosphonates like Zometa, occurring in approximately 3-11% of people taking these medications. The risk increases with longer duration of use. Given your recent shoulder surgery and the timing of only 6 weeks Show Full Answer