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I have been on Tamoxifen for almost 7 years this November. It was decided that I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/317187/

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

Support Group: Women's Health

Posted: Jul 26, 2020

Hi Trixie, I've posted several times about my bad experience with Anastrozole. I then went on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87498/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 13, 2019

Hi ! I am 10 months on Tamoxifen 5 mg ( 10 mg every other day)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1258780/

Discussion: Has anyone in the U.S. been prescribed 5mg of Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 15 3:57pm

Nanaloves I had Gr 1-2 invasive E+ & PR+ but no node involvement. I chose to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219773/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2018

Just want to say that if tamoxifen doesn't work out, or you get a second opinion...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776798/

Discussion: Radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 24, 2022

Hi @katielee I took tamoxifen after breast cancer and had a vaginal discharge as a side...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/241416/

Discussion: Anastrozole vs Letrozole vs Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2019

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1012989/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and mental health

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2024

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1242208/

Discussion: Tamoxifen 10mg vs 20mg

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 21 11:02am

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...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/795133/

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...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/181866/

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...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/252855/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2019

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...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/946315/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2023

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884622/

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...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/288340/

Discussion: LCIS: should I take Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2020

It is amazing how different people can have different experiences on AIs. I’ve tried anastrozole, then...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1354568/

Discussion: Decide against aromatase inhibitors?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 23 11:17am

I met with my oncologist today and explained that I was experiencing bone pain and trigger...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/891846/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors & carpal tunnel and trigger finger: Anyone?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 7, 2023

I'm so sorry for how hard that must be. I have just started taking Tamoxifen and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882160/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 20, 2023

I came here seeking advice on Tamoxifen too. Onc is recommending Tamoxifen for 10 years and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/867326/

Discussion: Early 40s trying to decide if hormone therapy is worth it

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2023

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