I am pre diabetic. I was 70 years old when diagnosed with ER+ breast cancer and had had osteopenia for a number of years. At the first visit with my endocrinologist after my lumpectomy, I told him that I would be taking an aromatase inhibitor. He said that I should tell my oncologist to prescribe whatever drug was best for my cancer and he would take care of my bones. When I questioned him, he said that the drugs could lead to osteoporosis, but I would eventually need treatment anyway because bone density decreases as we age. I took anastrozole
for about 3 months, but was unable to continue due to severe side effects. After 3 years with no medication for my breast cancer or my bones, my bone density has remained the same and not progressed to osteoporosis.
Medications have different effects on our bodies. I’m glad to hear that you are doing well on anastrozole. I think that requesting an annual DEXA scan is advisable, so you can monitor your bone density.
I wish you best of luck.
Becky