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Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole
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I have been on a Anastrozole for 6 months. Very tired the first couple months and a few hot flashes. Now I am less tired but have some mild joint pain. I have experienced low mood and anxiety and started taking Buspirone which has helped. I have always been upbeat and positive and the low mood has been challenging….I don’t feel like I am the same person. I’m determined to stay on it as it brings my chance of recurrence down to 8% for the next 10 years. Has anyone else experienced a change in mood or depression since starting anastrozole. Did it get better over time? Thanks to anyone that can share their experience!
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I have been on anastrozole for 20 months and I have the same similar experience! My hot flashes are still going on but coping! I am 76 and hoping it is only recommended for 5 years.
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Hello srkellen,
I can totally understand the side effects you’re going through. I have been on Anastrozole for the past 2 years. I definitely have developed some mood issues, depression and anxiety.
I have also been diagnosed with osteopenia, high blood glucose & cholesterol which I never had before taking Anastrozole. I’m also experiencing extreme hair loss. And it seems nothing can be done for any of these side effects.
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I can identify with what you write and at present am in a similar position. I too am trying to be positive and forge ahead, I too feel ‘ changed’ but am hopeful things will level out in time. Best wishes.