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Yes, same diagnosis in 2022. I had a lumpectomy, 20 rounds of radiation. I tried AIs but for me I couldn't tolerate the side effects so quit after a month. I cleaned up my diet, exercised regularly, took supplements and after 3 years I feel great and the cancer has not returned. However, 2 months ago I developed a completely new cancer, not a recurrence, in that same breast that is not hormone driven like the first breast cancer. Because it is more aggressive I have elected to do chemotherapy with a mastectomy. Everyone has different reactions from AIs. Some women tolerate it quite well so you won't know for yourself unless you try and you can always stop if you have severe side effects. Also, AIs are no guarantee that you will never develop cancer in the future but they lessen the chance. I would still, if I had to do it again, not take AIs as the side effects adversely affected my quality of life and I did well going the natural route.

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I glad to hear this. I’m in my 80’s and don’t feel I want to do AI for my treatment I’m still researching. My fear is osteoporosis and other complaints I’ve heard about.

How many old are you if you don’t mind me asking?