Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Posted by tinalove @tinalove, Jan 31, 2016

I completed all treatments for breast cancer but now I am supposed to take hormone blocker, named anastrozole. im concerned about the side effects. Has anyone here taken it and did anyone have hair loss?

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blue850 | @blue850 | Dec 21, 2021

In reply to @brinacarmen "YES !!!!!! Meeeeee!! I was on tamoxifen for 9 mos and one day I felt like..." + (show)

Oh sorry to hear that and hope it gets better now that you're taking a med break. I guess I will get a podiatrist appointment since my home remedies aren't cutting it. Thanks for sharing your experience.

Chris, Volunteer Mentor | @auntieoakley | Dec 21, 2021

In reply to @brinacarmen "YES !!!!!! Meeeeee!! I was on tamoxifen for 9 mos and one day I felt like..." + (show)

Unfortunately yes. I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis 3 yrs. ago and still have it today. I did get some relief from taping for a period. I did all the exercises and even got the injections which lasted about 6 months. I took endocrine therapies for quite a few years, over 10. Interestingly this started as well as a few other annoying issues after I quit taking it. I always like to say, “I am still here to complain about it”.
Have any of you tried anything, that seemed to help? Has anyone tried any shoe inserts?

brinacarmen | @brinacarmen | Dec 21, 2021

I am so happy for you that you’re all done !!!! I pray to God Arimidex is less toxic for me as I also want to be around to complain about it too !!!!! In the meantime No more heels for me. The podiatrist has offos shoes in his office and that’s all I wear. Not sexy but soooooo comfy though the flip flop are cute. My new normal

barbaraknabel | @barbaraknabel | Dec 21, 2021

In reply to @mssewest "How are you doing today? Are you on any other AI or have an my reoccurrences?..." + (show)

I’m doing quite well. I’m now four years cancer free. I experienced lower lumbar area back pain which was a red flag. I had bone scan this fall and was negative for ca…thank heavens!
We plan to leave for Texas next week to enjoy the winter in a warmer climate.
Thanks for your inquiry!

jkh | @jkh | Dec 22, 2021

In reply to @auntieoakley "Unfortunately yes. I was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis 3 yrs. ago and still have it today...." + (show)

I have tried many inserts and a copper arch bands. All with some help. I also do stretches and strengthening exercises for my feet.

sequoia | @sequoia | Dec 22, 2021

In reply to @blue850 "Hi. Any runners out there on Anastrozole? Been running for years, decades, but stopped for a..." + (show)

I’m a walker and was on Anastrozole for 2 years. One day both my feet hurt enough I had to hobble. I thought plantar fasciitis. But in both feet at the same time No. I took a break from med. 2 months now off of med and they seem to be improving. Good luck

blue850 | @blue850 | Dec 22, 2021

wow, that is amazing. well, I decided I waited long enough; going to Podiatrist tomorrow for professional opinion.

krp | @krp | Dec 22, 2021

I am currently taking anastrozole and don’t like the side effects. My hair is thinning terribly right in front terrible headaches quick to anger my arthritis is acting up and joint pain is worse. I need to find out if the cancer will return. Surgeon caught the tumor early. Stage 2

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Dec 23, 2021

In reply to @krp "I am currently taking anastrozole and don’t like the side effects. My hair is thinning terribly..." + (show)

Welcome krp. How long have you been taking anastrozole?

slapshotmary | @slapshotmary | Dec 27, 2021

Hi, I just completed my cancer treatments for Stage III. My DECA Scan came back with osteoporosis. My doctor also wanted me to take injections of Prolia. So far the anastrozole isn't causing any side effects but sore muscles. I'm 62/63 in February. I do not want reoccurrence. Therefore, this was an option for me that I was willing to take as my cancer was in my lymph nodes. I did say no to the injections and opted for another DEXA scan in a year. Making these decisions are so hard but speak to your oncologist about your concerns and ask why he feels you need to be on it. Good luck and best wishes.