Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints. Many patients have experienced trauma during the diagnosis process mainly due to delayed diagnosis. Early symptoms of AS usually include back pain, but because this pain is common, m
Prolia (denosumab) is a prescription medication used to treat osteoporosis and reduce bone loss. Prolia comes as a liquid solution in a prefilled syringe, with each syringe containing 60 milligrams of the drug. Typically, Prolia is injected once every 6 months, with each injection containing 60 mill
Prolia (denosumab) is a prescription drug used to treat osteoporosis, a condition that causes bones to become weak and prone to fractures. Prolia is administered through injections and is suitable for certain adults with osteoporosis, including those receiving certain treatments for breast or prosta
Prostate cancer occurs when cancer cells grow uncontrollably in the prostate. Hormone therapy is a treatment that reduces or blocks the body's androgens (such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone) to slow down or kill cancer cells. This treatment can cause physical, mental, and sexual changes, so
Prolia and Xgeva are prescription drugs used for osteoporosis and other conditions. Both help prevent fractures, but they are used for different types of cancer. Prolia is mainly used to prevent fractures in patients with prostate or breast cancer, while Xgeva is used for patients with bone cancer c
Risedronate is a prescription drug used to treat or prevent osteoporosis and to treat Paget's disease of bone. It comes in immediate-release and delayed-release tablet forms, usually taken orally. The drug works by slowing the natural breakdown of bones and increasing bone density. Common side effec
Tymlos is a prescription drug used to treat osteoporosis. It comes as a liquid solution for injection under the skin, usually once per day. Tymlos is for adults at high risk of fracture (such as postmenopausal females) and for those who haven't responded to other treatments. The active ingredient is
Tymlos (abaloparatide) is a prescription drug used to treat osteoporosis after menopause. It can cause mild to serious side effects, including dizziness, injection site reactions, and nausea. Common mild side effects are usually temporary. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist or are bothersome. S
Red vegetables like tomatoes and bell peppers help reduce the risk of diabetes, osteoporosis, and high cholesterol. They are rich in phytonutrients such as lycopene and anthocyanins, which have powerful antioxidant properties that can protect the heart, improve vision, reduce inflammation, and prote
If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s, you’ll eventually stop having your period for at least 12 months. This natural part of life is known as menopause. The time period leading up to menopause is known as perimenopause. This time period varies among women and lasts about 4 years on average. Hormonal