i have a bad back because of disc disorder which is quite common . i dont think my doctor belives me.
2006-10-20 06:25:45 · 12 answers · asked by G M a t home 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
Everone shrinks with age - its due to natural compression of the discs in the spine.
2006-10-20 06:28:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
My dear, I would change doctors immediatly. This is an actual medical condition where the discs in your spine deteriorate. I would consider going to a reumatoidologist so you can get the proper treatment. There is a new drug on the market called "Humera". The downside of it is #1. It's very expensive(but you can get help from the drug companys, please ask your doctor about this) #2. You take it by injection 3 times a week. #3. If you have any type of infection, even a cold, it is not reccomended you take it since the drug breaks down your immune system.The upside though however is it prevents further breakdown in joints and such..
There are also many other prescription drugs out there on the market. I currently take Mobic. It doesn't help as much as Vioxx(which was taken off the market), but it works.
You may also want to increase your calcium intake. Calcium defficiency happens in more and more women each day.
You may be asked by an orthopedic or rhuematoidologist to get a bone scan or and MRI of your back.
I wish you the best of luck with this, feel free to e mail me if you have any more questions concerning this subject. I will try to help you the best I can.
Take care and God bless,
SB
2006-10-20 06:38:06 · answer #2 · answered by SB's cafe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your doctor order a calcium metabolism and a bone density test. This will give you and your health provider a base line with which to evaluate your condition and determine if in fact it is one of the 2 major forms of osteoporosis. While usually affecting those of menopausal age, it can be something that is caused by malabsorbtion of calcium and Vitamin D. Without Vitamin D, you can take all the calcium supplements in the world with no benefit.
I can recommend a number of natural supplements to take, if you will e-mail me I will be happy to share what I know of this disabling condition. I am 49 in December and had some major back injuries at age 19 that have begun to form fatty tissue and the beginning of osteoporosis. Be sure to get that bone density test and I hope to hear from you soon.
Good Luck and Be Well.
2006-10-20 06:54:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You may have osteoporosis [a disorder of the bony tissue characterized by a loss of the calcium content of the bone, causing it to become porous and brittle]. This may predispose the patient to frequent fractures, and causes loss in stature as the bones become shorter. Or, you may be developing scoliosis [a condition in which the spine develops an abnormal curvature, with associated back pain and loss of height]. For osteoporosis, treatment consists of calcium supplements and vitamin D [like Caltrate 600 + D]. Treatment for scoliosis involves extensive surgery, and lots physical therapy afterwards. Diagnosis of osteoporosis is by means of a radiographical study called Bone Densitometry.
2006-10-20 07:11:15 · answer #4 · answered by la_nena_sabe... 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hi G M
i really wish my sister was here right now. I am 42 and she says every time she see's me that i am shrinking and i am not joking you. Out of 9 kids i am the smallest i also have a twin brother and hes towering over me. So is my daughter and shes 22. I thought i was on my with this one. Thumbs up for you and a very good Question
2006-10-20 06:32:25 · answer #5 · answered by chass_lee 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
great question i to am 43 i do have a spinal problem cervical and lumber but when my height was recorded in my second pregnancy 19yrs ago i had shrunk 2 inches which i thought was odd but recently my partner has been saying that i am getting shorter ! i have never mentioned this to my GP i think now i will and i hope you do to i will be thinking of you hope alls well
2006-10-20 11:13:58 · answer #6 · answered by PAULINE R 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Odviously its from the back prob your discs r breaking down as they do u lose inches take calcium and see your doc
2006-10-20 06:28:29 · answer #7 · answered by Vinny 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
osteoperosis (the calcium thing I can't spell). Have you been measureing yourself. If not Start and see if you are accurate and then show your doctor (who will be different from the skeptic you mentioned).
2006-10-20 06:30:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
not enough calcium in your diet. It's called bone-loss. Most people get it. But it can be prevented.
2006-10-20 07:00:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is quite common,but go to an osteopath for your back !
2006-10-20 06:28:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋