Now i have severe osteoporosis, does that mean i have to stay on medication forever? if not, how many years, and then what do i do?

MED & EXERCISE: You need 2 stay on it until ur scores get better. The med alone is not the answer, wt bearing exercise is very important. Walking is a good wt bearing low impact exercise u can do. Star slowly & increase as tol. Find a companion who will walk with u the time flies by. If u think u can rely on the rx alone u r wrong.

Depends: Osteoporosis Treatment holiday can be considered after using medications for a period of time. Your doctor will take various factors into consideration, when making this decision. Because of a history of severe osteoporosis, recommend referral to an endocrinologist.