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Taking Tamoxifen long term, between 5-10 years after breast cancer.

Breast Cancer | Last Active: May 29, 2023 | Replies (27)
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@auntieoakley

I was on tamoxifen for 5 but then on anastrazole for 10 after that. I didn’t have any extreme side effects. Just a lot of hot flashes, and then I would get really stiff and sore if I didn’t get up and get moving.
Has your doctor talked to you about continuing endocrine therapy?

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carolina8 | @carolina8 | May 13, 2023

I have been on anastrozole for 3 years. I have pain in my neck and arms. Exercise does help . My oncologist recently told me that he thinks continuing the drug for another 5 years after I complete the first 5 years would be good. I wasn’t thrilled with the idea thinking I was the only one to be told this. Thank you for sharing , you have eased my mind.

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veden66 | @veden66 | May 14, 2023

I want to be prepared to have that discussion at my next appointment in September. Thanks for sharing.

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