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Hi. I finished radiation 20 treatments last month after double lumpectomies. I didn’t want radiation since I had DCIS, Stage 0, but the chance of recurrence was so much smaller with the radiation so I went ahead with it.

I really, really didn’t want to start the aromatase inhibitor, Anastrozole, (I’m 68). But with the urging from my doctors, I told them I’d try it, but if the side effects were too much for me I would stop taking it. I started taking Anastrozole on May 1st and feel fine but it’s only been a little over 2 weeks so we shall see. I know of one friend who takes Anastrozole. She’s been on it for several years and leads a very active life. So, I may stay on it for the whole 5 years or be off it next month. Time will tell.

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Thank you for your feedback. Every little bit helps with decision making. Good to hear your friend still has an active lifestyle and so far you are doing well. My radiation begins on Monday. We’ll see what happens 💕