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Hi my doctor has prescribed Tamoxifen for me following double mastectomy. I am wondering if anyone...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1065322/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 10, 2024

It sounds like side effects of Anastrozole to me. I'm taking Anastrozole. My blood pressure is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1002196/

Discussion: Hypothyroidism after breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 23, 2024

My switch to letrozole eliminated the aches and pains, bit the hair thinning and weight struggles...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86425/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2017

Does anyone have weight gain from Anastrozole or Exemestane?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1058204/

Discussion: Timing of HRT, anastrozole - taking day or night?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2024

I so agree with Chris. Like her, I had tons of chemo and got down to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/673747/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 22, 2022

I am on Anastrozole and am gaining a lot of weight. Anyone else?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/608969/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2021

Congratulations on weight loss, it’s a struggle to balance benefits with side effects.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797389/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

Yes, weight gain has been one of the side effects for me.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/253469/

Discussion: Timing of HRT, anastrozole - taking day or night?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 26, 2019

Age and weight should play a factor in reduced dosage effectiveness.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/320980/

Discussion: Exemestane and Anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 2, 2020

I gained almost 30 pounds and I eat plant based whole foods. I have already lost...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/220048/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2021

I was on Anastrazole and maintained weight but other side effects, primarily constant muscle and joint...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1239465/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 17 7:25pm

No weight gain. Trying to eat veggie and fruit if I’m hungry and drinking green tea

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1058758/

Discussion: Timing of HRT, anastrozole - taking day or night?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 28, 2024

I didn't gain weight. My attitude was I would rather have pain or even disability (bones)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/655132/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

I did not have an increase in the CA 27.29… I had a decrease and I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/308855/

Discussion: Your weight and your CA 27.29 reading

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 3, 2020

I believe there is. As others have said, it is a side effect that I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/321423/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 8, 2020

Welcome, @gcroemer, @vivi1 posed a similar question in this helpful discussion: - Taking a Lower Dose...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/752298/

Discussion: 5mg vs 10mg of Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2022

I’m 55, and trying to do the same! Swimming everyday is my go to (bad knees)....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1328164/

Discussion: Anyone trying to get back into shape post BC?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 16 7:34am

You gave me lots to think about. My situation is as follows: Bilateral mastectomy May 2025,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1317763/

Discussion: Anyone have permanent hair loss due to chemo + AI + older age?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 1 8:46am

Me too....gained alot of weight and my food and beverage selections are strict also.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1233195/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 9 4:19pm

Here is what my pcp and new oncologist told me …they don’t necessarily make you gain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1238925/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 17 8:41am

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