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Do aromatase inhibitors (like anastrozole) cause weight gain?

Posted by riverwatcher @riverwatcher, Sep 8, 2020

Is there any connection between anastrazole and weight gain?

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Aug 2, 2021
In reply to @schindler "I have. I went from ibrance to Afinitor. The drug kept one lesion at bay but..." + (show)
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I have. I went from ibrance to Afinitor. The drug kept one lesion at bay but another came out. Will keep on it until September and then see. There is a newer drug we may try but cannot recall name. Sorry.

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Hi @shindler and @cancerchamp, you may wish to also join other members talking about breast cancer and liver metastases
- Recurrent HER2+ Suspicious lesions on liver https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/i-have-been-a-survivor-of-her2-first-diagnosed-oct-2012/

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cancerchamp | @cancerchamp | Aug 3, 2021
In reply to @schindler "I have. I went from ibrance to Afinitor. The drug kept one lesion at bay but..." + (show)
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I have. I went from ibrance to Afinitor. The drug kept one lesion at bay but another came out. Will keep on it until September and then see. There is a newer drug we may try but cannot recall name. Sorry.

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Thank you for your response.

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cancerchamp | @cancerchamp | Aug 3, 2021
In reply to @colleenyoung "Hi @shindler and @cancerchamp, you may wish to also join other members talking about breast cancer..." + (show)
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Hi @shindler and @cancerchamp, you may wish to also join other members talking about breast cancer and liver metastases
- Recurrent HER2+ Suspicious lesions on liver https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/i-have-been-a-survivor-of-her2-first-diagnosed-oct-2012/

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Thank you for the information.

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cerwin | @cerwin | Aug 9, 2021
In reply to @trixie1313 "@crazydaisy Yep - it's a problem, especially if you're under 5 feet! I didn't do well..." + (show)
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@crazydaisy Yep - it's a problem, especially if you're under 5 feet! I didn't do well with anastroze or letrozole and have been on exemestane now for about 1 1/2 years. I find that I need to write down what I eat. Protein for me is 2 poached eggs for breakfast and 3.5 oz of lean meat. Veggies are dark green and I stay away from dressings. My fruit of choice would be apples as some fruits contain a lot of sugar. I've lost 20# since January and have another 40 to go, but it moves slowly. I do walk 2-6 miles a day and also do a core/free weight/stretch cord exercise program twice a week for breast cancer patients. Also - I stay way from sodas and mostly drink lots of water. It goes slow and there can be setbacks, you just need to stay focussed. Hoping you start to see results soon.

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Where did you find exercises for breast cancer patients program?

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trixie1313 | @trixie1313 | Aug 9, 2021
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Where did you find exercises for breast cancer patients program?

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The medical group I belong to (Kaiser Permanente) has the program. It includes warm ups, stretches, core exercises and strength training. There are also exercise companies in our area that either puts on a program free for breast cancer patients. You might check with your medical carrier or American Cancer Society to see if there are programs in your area.

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cerwin | @cerwin | Aug 10, 2021
In reply to @trixie1313 "@cerwin The medical group I belong to (Kaiser Permanente) has the program. It includes warm ups,..." + (show)
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@cerwin
The medical group I belong to (Kaiser Permanente) has the program. It includes warm ups, stretches, core exercises and strength training. There are also exercise companies in our area that either puts on a program free for breast cancer patients. You might check with your medical carrier or American Cancer Society to see if there are programs in your area.

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Thank you!

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Chris, Volunteer Mentor | @auntieoakley | Aug 10, 2021
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Where did you find exercises for breast cancer patients program?

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Could you ask for a pt consult to teach you the best exercises for your situation. This might get you some help insurance wise as well, some insurance companies will cover exercise programs when prescribed by physical therapy. Do you have any issues with the affected side?

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cerwin | @cerwin | Aug 10, 2021
In reply to @trixie1313 "@cerwin The medical group I belong to (Kaiser Permanente) has the program. It includes warm ups,..." + (show)
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@cerwin
The medical group I belong to (Kaiser Permanente) has the program. It includes warm ups, stretches, core exercises and strength training. There are also exercise companies in our area that either puts on a program free for breast cancer patients. You might check with your medical carrier or American Cancer Society to see if there are programs in your area.

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Thank you!

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Aug 11, 2021
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Where did you find exercises for breast cancer patients program?

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Cerwin, you may also be interested in these related discussions:
- Exercise and Physical Activity after Breast Cancer Surgery https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/exercise-and-physical-activity-after-breast-cancer-surgery/
- LIVESTRONG Program, returning to physical activity after treatment https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/livestrong-program/

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cerwin | @cerwin | Aug 12, 2021
In reply to @colleenyoung "Cerwin, you may also be interested in these related discussions: - Exercise and Physical Activity after..." + (show)
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Cerwin, you may also be interested in these related discussions:
- Exercise and Physical Activity after Breast Cancer Surgery https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/exercise-and-physical-activity-after-breast-cancer-surgery/
- LIVESTRONG Program, returning to physical activity after treatment https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/livestrong-program/

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Thank you so much! 💕

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