Fosamax Review

After taking Fosamax for approx 12 years, during which time I have been experiencing esophageal disorders, bad breath, heartburn, fatigue, lower back pains and digestive problems; all of which from research on medical web sites and Fosamax fact sheets, have disclosed to be negative side effects of the drug itself.   After undergoing emergency surgery for congested heart failure three years ago, I chose to secretly discontinue my intake of Fosamax,  because my present doctors (Primary, Cardiologist, GI  and ENT specialist) have not convinced me of the importance of my continued need nor are interested in taking the responsibility to suggest that I should discontinue the dosages or change to another drug. Originally, Fosamax was prescribed to me by my GYN doctor whom I am no longer affiliated with.  My last Dexa scan 19 months ago shows I have Osteopena.  I am awaiting the opportunity to take a new scan in a few months to determine any major changes since I have not been taking any drugs for the  Osteopena condition and do not feel any bodily problems from none use of any drugs for the condition.  Afterwards I intend to solicit further diagnosis of my continued need for Fosamax or any other drug for  my Osteopena condition, from a specialist.  In the meantime, to releive the burning sensation of heartburn I  am careful of my meals and depend on twice daily use of a acid reflux drug, but all other symptoms mentioned above still exist with no relief.  My concern is that the Osteopena condition does not appear to be a major problem in the minds of my doctors.  I feel that I am being left alone to just fill prescriptions and take Fosamax  with no medical monitoring.  Because of my heart and now Diabetic conditions along with a few other related problems, I get regularly monthly blood test yet have received no alerts for fears or dangers relating to Osteoporosis or Osteopena.