Episode 152 - Osteoporosis Risk After Cancer Treatment

Are your bones at risk after cancer treatment? Many cancer survivors experience bone loss due to treatments that affect hormones and bone density. In this episode, we break down what you need to know about osteoporosis, how to assess your risk, and the steps you can take to protect your bone health.Our expert guest, Dr. Olivia Hum, is a GP specialising in women’s and sexual health, an accredited British Menopause Society Menopause Specialist, and a member of the BMS Medical Advisory Council. She recently contributed to The Guardian on this topic—read the article here: Feel It in Your Bones: Taking the Pain Out of Osteoporosis.What we cover:How cancer treatments impact bone densityWhen to get a bone density scan (DEXA scan)Medical treatments available for osteoporosisHolistic approaches: diet, exercise, and lifestyle adjustmentsEpisode Highlights:00:00 Intro.05:27 Early Menopause Affects Bone Density10:16 Aromatase Inhibitors: Risks and Guidelines15:15 DEXA Scan Waiting Times20:27 Vitamin D, Calcium, and NOG Guidelines24:20 Bisphosphonates: Managing Bone Loss27:32 Managing Medication34:50 Calcium and Exercise for Bone Health38:06 Building Stronger Bones with Weight Training41:37 Discussing Cancer Treatment's Impact on BonesResources & Links:Find Dr Hum here: https://www.mylahealth.co.uk/dr-olivia-humCalculate your fracture risk here https://frax.shef.ac.uk/FRAX/The Royal Society for Osteoporosis is here https://theros.org.uk/how-you-can-help/become-a-member/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAqrG9BhAVEiwAaPu5zpyb0-iN-8QxJX4Z6P-Ggq_KCAFHSIy_f4z88uBXsC9fxij4J1tJSBoCn38QAvD_BwENOGG Guidelines are here https://www.nogg.org.uk/If you're navigating menopause after cancer and want support, visit Menopause and Cancer for more resources.Connect with us:For more information and resources, visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerFind us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@NavigatingMenopauseAfterCancer Join my NEW blog ‘Still Becoming’ on Substack: https://substack.com/@danibinnington?...Buy my book ‘Navigating Menopause After Cancer’: https://amzn.eu/d/07dUoYBbJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub Mentioned in this episode:Substack: https://danibinnington.substack.com/