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Hi thanks for the reply. I do that and more (I’m a personal trainer ) &...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/651458/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2021

I started tamoxifen last night. Was very nervous to swallow that pill. Did not have any...

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Discussion: Any testimonies where cancer didn't return?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 25, 2023

Does anyone else who is taking Tamoxifen have loss of appetite as a side effect? What...

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Discussion: LCIS: should I take Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2020

If you cannot do any aromatase inhibitors, would you consider tamoxifen? Good to read that your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/812029/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 15, 2023

Did you have a side effect from Tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors? Looks like I will have...

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Discussion: Just diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma (ILC): Any advice?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2023

Can you tell me more about DIM? Did you experience any side effects with it? Are...

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Discussion: Going my way: Decided to stop cancer treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2020

Doctors will probably suggest aromatase inhibitors or tamoxifen HRT for 5-10 years. You can find information...

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Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC): Anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2019

Here is one study. https://www.jhoponline.com/web-exclusives/5-mg-tamoxifen-as-effective-as-20-mg-daily-in-early-localized-breast-cancer

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Discussion: Tamoxifen 10mg vs 20mg

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 11:02am

I am so very sorry!! I can understand your shock! Were you on Tamoxifen or AI?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1118036/

Discussion: Oncotype below 15, but cancer returned

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 5, 2024

Have you considered Raloxifene instead of tamoxifen? Im wondering about it for my own treatment and...

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2023

how long did you take tamoxifen before developing hyperplasia? What were symtoms....was their bloating and or...

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Discussion: Heart racing: Tamoxifen or AI side effects or other causes?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 5, 2022

@jeaniebean Thank you for posting this response. My experience is similar to yours. Having tried 3...

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 26, 2021

Hi I am 65 years old just went through dcis breast cancer surgery and radiation my...

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2024

Hi Wow, that is good news to hear that it's 25 years later and no reoccurrence....

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Discussion: After lumpectomy: Still having pain

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

I am having anxiety and significant hair thinning from Tamoxifen, but a huge mood improvement over...

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Discussion: What problems have you had with Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30, 2022

I'm not taking an AI. I have been on Tamoxifen for 6 months. I'm 41 and...

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Discussion: Zometa infusions to help prevent bone loss from cancer treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 1, 2021

Oh, anastrozole, letrozole, and tamoxifen were all terrible for me, but exemestane is great, thank God!...

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Discussion: Tamoxifen and mental health

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

I was told that aromatase inhibitors were slightly more effective. But tamoxifen does not cause the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1191856/

Discussion: Anyone know if tamoxifen is more harmful than aromatase inhibitors?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 16, 2024

@sue417 Yes the Tamoxifen has been pretty rough. I take 20mg per day. I’ve been super...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1013409/

Discussion: DCIS pathology

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

I have a lot yet to learn about Breast Cancer. I've been on Tamoxifen for 5...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/651493/

Discussion: Breast Cancer Index: What's your experience?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2021

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