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I just posted below and saw your question. I have been on anastrozole for 6 months...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/807155/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2023

One problem with C-reactive protein test is that they don't identify the source of inflamnation. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/804308/

Discussion: C reactive protein, sedimentation rate and LDH testing

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 31, 2023

I did not have weight gain on anastrozole, but I experienced migraines with auras at least...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/905252/

Discussion: Anastrozole: Hand tremors? Trigger finger? Foot numbness?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

I am on Aromasin. I have tried Tamixifen and Arimidex and could not handle the memory...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86616/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 19, 2018

Thanks for the dried plumbing mention and source. As for anastrozole, I only took it for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/693607/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 27, 2022

Thank you! I just completed the third month of Ibrance. I can't tell what side effects...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/321452/

Discussion: Metastatic Lobular Breast Cancer in Stomach

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2020

Hi everyone. I haven’t been on for awhile but thought I’d give my two cents worth....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/313282/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors and ocular migraines

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 17, 2020

Like madeler22, I am also almost 2 months in and so far so good! I take...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/703246/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2022

The osteoporosis topic threads here are also very worthwhile. There is some comparing of supplements that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/694546/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2022

I have been taking Anastrozole, another AI, for almost 18 months and my total LDL cholesterol...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/921922/

Discussion: Letrozole and Cholesterol

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 31, 2023

Tamoxifen makes me retain water. I’ve gained maybe 5-10lbs., which is annoying when I work out...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/838673/

Discussion: Tamoxifen yes or no?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 6, 2023

If your oncologist recommends/ prescribes AI meds I think it’s a good idea to at least...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/997832/

Discussion: Should I take AI considering all the side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 15, 2024

@lholiway Baby and mama are doing great, thank you! Yep -- wine will do it so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/686184/

Discussion: Withdrawals from Stopping Bioidentical Hormone

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2022

@mugs24cancer : I have been on Letrozole for 10 weeks now. First 2 weeks some mild...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/632000/

Discussion: Do aromatase inhibitors (like anastrozole) cause weight gain?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2021

I was on tamoxifen for almost 8 years. (2009) Worst side effects were weight gain &...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219997/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 1, 2020

windyshores | @windyshores I understand your anxiety about reoccurrence. I have 5 year recheck next week,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/945116/

Discussion: Beyond Breast Cancer - new Mayo Clinic book

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 10, 2023

Try PT. They are trained to understand how the body works. The more weight-bearing exercise you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1305645/

Discussion: Osteopenia, a side effect of Anastrozole: Any advice?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 16 4:11pm

Did you have radiation? If not then I’d say it is NOT acceptable that you have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/806857/

Discussion: Location of tumor: Anyone had breast tumor in lower inner quadrant?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 6, 2023

Although I agree with more honesty and less nonsense. I would also add back into the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/881318/

Discussion: Did you gain weight on Tamoxifen? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 19, 2023

Thank you! And yes, she did. I was actually floored myself. Especially since I had a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1377159/

Discussion: overweight and breast cancer

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 23 7:26am

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