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I had breast cancer 30 years ago and had chemo.
I follow this group and I see that many women suffer side effects of some kind from current treatments. I also know that some people have low tolerance to many drugs- we are all genetically different.
I don’t know if the oncologists nowadays know how many patients are non compliant and that these patients may benefit from re- education of their medication’s role in avoiding recurrence of the cancer and see if there are other options if needed.
I agree that many women avoid telling their doctors that they stopped treatment.
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Every time I read the word 'cancer' and the phrase '30 years ago' I regret that the person had cancer at all but am deeply encouraged by the '30 years ago'! Thank you for reminding us that it can happen.
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More people with side effects tend to post on forums, which scares us all. I am especially sensitive to medications. I tried anastrazole generic, letrozole generic and then ended up with brand name Femara. My doc also said I could take it alternate days. True compliance is telling doctors about our side effects and working with them to try to reduce them. At least around the edges. I would endure significant side effects to reduce my risk (and am enduring significant side effects on Tymlos for bones) but I have kids who aren't settled yet.