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Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

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@tamtam24

I am crying as I write this because you capture perfectly how I feel on Anastrozole. I don't even recognize myself in the mirror - weight gain, thinning hair. Plus, I have raging insomnia that leaves me tired all the time. I find that oncologists, naturally, just care about the cancer returning and downplay the side effects. That then leaves one feeling so alone, like a failure if you experience side effects that they minimize.

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@tamtam24 (((HUGS))). You are not alone. We are all here for you. I’m sorry you are going thru this. I took Anastrozole and had side effects. Took it for 2 1/2 years. Maybe ask your dr to prescribe a different AI or I’ve also hear others here say getting the name brand vs generic made a difference. Talk to your dr and try and get them to listen. Blessings & hugs.