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Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Breast Cancer | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (1935)

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@deechase

I was told to take the anastrozole right away in the morning. I just started it on 10/27/21. I had some side effects in the first few weeks, but most have subsided or, at least, settled down a bit. I have to say the decision to take this medication was more difficult than going through the lumpectomy and the proton beam radiation. It's terrifying. However, the thought of having recurrent breast cancer is more terrifying. I realize this is not a guarantee, but I'm trying to do all I can to do what I can to be my own best advocate.

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Like you, I was told to take it first thing in the morning, I definitely agree with the water, I would add at least 30 minutes of walking or equivalent exercise was really helpful for me.
Kudos for you for stepping up and doing all you can for your future. Can you say why the decision was so difficult for you?