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Leoprolide (Lupron) shot monthly or removal of ovaries?

Breast Cancer | Last Active: Jun 11 1:13pm | Replies (36)

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@jgallagher04921

Thank you!!
Yes, I also have to make a decision between Tamoxifen ( 10 years) or Anastrozole ( 5 years). I also posted a question to the group about this decision.

I agree, would have been easier if ONC didn't give me a choice. She wanted me to start these treatments 3 weeks ago, but I am struggling to make a decision. I am also very uncomfortable in the breaat expanders so dread having to have symptoms of meds on top of this discomfort. I wanted to have the expanders out prior to starting any treatments, but my surgery to replace the expanders with implants isn't until July 31st and feel that is too long to wait until starting treatment. As it is, I'm getting anxiety about not doing something now, but we are waiting for a second opinion from mayo clinic.

I will check out that group!

Question for you...how long did it take for you to manage the symptoms from having your ovaries out? And did you get symptoms from Tamoxifen or Anastrozole?

Thank you again!!

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I am going to assume the last questions here are for me. Either way, I will answer 😂.
It would be pretty hard to distinguish the side effects from the oopherectomy and the tamoxifen. I instantly started with the hot flashes and the night sweats. That are definitely less but still there today. I do believe I have aged considerably faster than my peers. I did get a little joint stiffness and pain with Anastrazole but walking really helped.
I do not regret this decision, even for a minute. I know this is a tough decision, there are future considerations, but they will be the same with endocrine therapy only.
Do you have family or a life partner to talk about this?