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Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jun 6 3:16pm | Replies (21)
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@christylv

Hi! Just curious, how long have you been on tamoxifen? And side effects ? I start my medication really soon. I am pre menopausal so not sure what side effects I will have.

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whr | @whr | May 8 4:47pm

I took anastrozol for 18 months, due to side effects I quit and now have full blown osteoporosis.

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ssmab | @ssmab | May 8 10:37pm

Hi,
I have been on tamoxifen for a year. I had mild hot flashes at night, for the first 5 or 6 months. Now I only hav them once in a great while. I think it makes my mind wander more than it used to, but I just have to refocus when that happens and then it's fine. It has caused vaginal dryness ( a Mayo Breast Doctor suggested using Replens moisturizer and that is working well for me) and it has caused me to have dryer skin in general. But I am 71 so it may be different for you. I take it right before I get in bed, usually about 11pm. I read that taking it at night before bed may help you avoid side effects. All in all I think I am tolerating it pretty well. I hope that you will too. Sending love and wellness wishes to you❤️

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