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A member asked:

I went to discovery wellness day they suggested i consult a dr. as they say i am at high risk for muscleskelton disorder as i am already on a lot of tablet i have ulcerative pan colitis and lymphocytic collits and ulcers i have sore joints and muscle?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

If you are being: treated with steroids along with other medication for ulcerative colitis then I agree, as long term steroid use can cause de-mineraliization of bone leading to a higher than average risk for fractures, as well as other complication.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/7/2019

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