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@malebreastcancer47 I'm also taking 10 mg Tamoxifen, just started Jan. 1st this year. I'm doing ok...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1511230/

Discussion: What treatment decisions did you make with stage 1, Oncotype 34?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 12:04pm

Hi, I'm in the same position. I'm worried at the idea of 10yrs on Tamoxifen. I've...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1070034/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and Fibromyalgia

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: May 18, 2024

Hi 7318: I do find it unusual that your doctor put you on tamoxifen as you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/949235/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 17, 2023

I have been on Tamoxifen for almost 10 years now. Never had any side effects. Guess...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/861665/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 18, 2023

Hello, I am 44 years old just found out I have atypical hyperplasia. How many of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/768293/

Discussion: Atypical lobular hyperplasia: Did you have surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 1, 2022

Hello and thanks for reaching out! I just came from my follow up with my oncologist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1398933/

Discussion: Afraid to take Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 22, 2025

@wews I'm interested that you had a bilateral mastectomy for stage 1a ILC. Mine was stage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1565596/

Discussion: Lobular Breast Cancer: Let's share and support each other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 3 12:54pm

Tamoxifen doesn't actually decrease estrogen. It blocks estrogen receptors. In fact over time apparently it can...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/708598/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors: Did you decide to go on them or not?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 16, 2022

Dear Eliz I am 78 and a long while postmenopausal and taking Tamoxyfen now for a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86680/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 10, 2019

@colleenyoung Thank you. I don't know about cardio- oncology, but will inquire. I recently got a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1527003/

Discussion: What are the effects of Herceptin for HER2 positive? Not doing chemo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 14 6:47pm

https://hospitalpharmacyeurope.com/clinical-zones/oncology/aromatase-inhibitors-reduce-breast-cancer-recurrence-risk-more-than-tamoxifen/

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/942963/

Discussion: Why are dosages for estrogen suppression drugs one-size-fits-all?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 6, 2023

I took baby aspirin with tamoxifen, so I wouldn’t be sure. Have you asked your doctor...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/669177/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced bruising while on Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 8, 2022

Has anyone had leg cramps at night as a side effect of Tamoxifen? I'm trying to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/317185/

Discussion: Cancer medications yes or no? Tamoxifen as prevention?

Support Group: Women's Health

Posted: Jul 25, 2020

Just curious who suggested a hysterectomy ? I have always wondered about that due to uterine...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86765/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 5, 2019

I had atypical ductal hyperplasia so my doc put me on 10mg of Tamoxifen every other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1055501/

Discussion: Anyone taking 5 mg Tamoxifen: Do you have side effects with 5 mg?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 22, 2024

@triciaot I am not keen on taking more medication, the side effects alone with the meds...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1472551/

Discussion: Intimacy after (male) breast cancer

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jan 1 11:05pm

The oncologist initially discussed both tamoxifen and AIs with me. He was okay with my choice...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/951687/

Discussion: Should I do Radiotherapy or not? I am 71 years old

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

According to this study, Tamoxifen is associated with a slightly increased risk of uterine cancer and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/969915/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and uterine fibroid

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 24, 2023

@kbradtke: I am so sorry for this unfortunate BC recurrence:(! It must have been such a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195763/

Discussion: Stage 1, very treatable invasive lobular carcinoma

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 23, 2024

Hi @annah84, how are you doing on tamoxifen? Did your team discuss fertility with you before...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1232597/

Discussion: Lobular Breast Cancer: Let's share and support each other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2025

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