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That’s a really good question! I personally do not know anyone or have read any research on the percentage of people who DID NOT not get osteoporosis after 5 years of AI treatment. Especially for post menopausal women. I have a friend in her forties who who got Osteoporosis after 5 years on Tamoxifen. Asking Mayo Clinic, do you have any research or statistics? Thank you.
I wish! One year into Letrozole and into osteoporosis - started Fosamax and I was so hesitant but endocrinologist say way too high spinal fractures!
It depends on your bone strength to begin with. I did lots of exercise for bone health, ate a calcium rich diet plus vitamin d. After 5 years on anastrozole I do have osteoporosis. Get your bones tested and talk to your doctor about a plan to move forward!