I am 67 and I have been taking anastrozole for 5 months. My cholesterol went up and the doctor suggested medication. I attributed the high cholesterol to eatibg too much ice cream and told him to let me have time to get my diet in check. I have been dealing with joint pain for several years but recently notice bone pain in my hips, feet, ankles and forearms. I don't know if it is from the anastrozole or just age. I find walking does help. I try to walk at least 5 miles a day or at least 5 says a week. I am afraid to stop taking the medication because I don't want to get breast cancer.