Even without a visible lump there may be cancer cells lurking. You're very lucky to have caught it so early. The Letrozole or Anastrozole is to prevent new or present cells from developing further. Most people on this forum are here because they've had issues while there are very few representing a very large number of people with little or no side effects. You may tolerate it, you may not. It's totally your choice whether or not to take the gamble. Many people in your position choose to go on the drug for peace of mind. Others don't. You are here for others' experiences, but it seems you are denigrating mine because it's not what you want to hear. I'll chalk it up to the emotional roller-coaster you're on now. We've all been there. Good luck.

I was diagnosed Nov 2024 DCIS, stage zero, no family history because I'm adopted so they 1st tested my DNA for any breast cancer which came back okay with that. My spot was discovered by mammo & I was called back in for a 2nd one which happened last year too, but everything was good. This year the radiologist said it was a tiny spot that had changed from previous year. Could watch for 6mos or schedule biopsy. I chose biopsy as I had brain cancer in 2016 with surgery, chemo & radiation, and 5 years of monthly maintenance chemo just completed end of 2021. Didn't want to wait & watch. Had lumpectomy day after Christmas. All went well. Lab came back with 5mm margins clear around the tumor removed. Felt good about that. Onco advised radiation and Letrozole for 5yrs. My main concern was having radiation so I went to that Dr 1st. After another test on the tumor, my % was much better for non recurring by having it & he said I only needed 5, every other day, so 2 weeks. I was ok with that and just finished that. Once I decided on radiation, I didn't start the Letrozole. At this point, I don't want to even try it. Last year I was finally feeling so much better, like myself again after the brain cancer. I'm 65 this year and over the last 8 Mos lost over 30 lbs. Lowest weight for over 10 yrs, with menopause and cancer stuff. Don't want any of the side effects and I will stay current with mammos and follow up. Who's with me that it's a reasonable decision? 🤔 I try to be confident in my decision. I've been looking for anything more natural and eventually ended up here. My hubby says I should quit going down the rabbit hole 🕳 😅