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Anastrozole and high ALP and calcium on blood tests
Breast Cancer | Last Active: Apr 3 5:47pm | Replies (10)Comment receiving replies
I also had good bone density before I started on anastrozole. I believe all of them, since they are counter acting Estrogen, have a problem with weakening the bones. I was told Vit D3 oil (2000 units a day) was a good thing to take along with calcium. I switched at the 1 year mark to exemestane - from extreme hand pain. I'm doing much better (since Nov.) on the new drug. I'm not sure if they gave me an ALP test. I see my oncologist next week (my 2 year mark) and will ask her about it. I think I'm due for a new bone scan as well. Good luck! Do not be afraid to talk to your doctor about a different drug vs, anastrozole. I want to go the whole 5 yrs, so I wanted to switch vs. stop taking anything,
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The ALP is part of the liver function tests. I get it done when I get my yearly physical. I noticed that it had increased when I started taking the anastrozole. I asked the oncologist and he was not concerned and doubted if the anastrozole had anything to do with the level. I have very little discomfort from the anastrozole...sometimes light pain in my wrists and occasionally a pain in one thumb. This is not enough reason for me to change drugs. My doctor always asks how I am doing with the effects and is happy that I have few problems. I just completed 2 years in April. I feel like I am finally feeling better mentally...the second occurrence put me right over the edge.