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I am 56 and I was diagnosed with LCIS a year and a half ago. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/753564/

Discussion: LCIS: What treatment(s) did you choose?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 25, 2022

I just went off Anastrozole and about to try 20mg Tamoxifen. I am 75, early stage....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/752706/

Discussion: 5mg vs 10mg of Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 22, 2022

I've been on Anastrozole for 7 months. I started having numbness on my right ring finger...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/747473/

Discussion: Breast Cancer and Neuropathy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2022

I had dcis stage zero. Radiation for 4-5 weeks. Tried anastrozole and tamoxifen and had very...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/746257/

Discussion: What helped you make treatment decisions following DCIS lumpectomy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2022

I did read an article ( if I find it I’ll post) that stated Anastrozole has...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/745680/

Discussion: Letrozole and checking estrogen levels

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 5, 2022

I too was worried about starting Anastrozole as I have a low tolerance for meds and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/739073/

Discussion: Anyone experience mood swings and nervousness with Anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 19, 2022

Hi. I have already responded, but this morning, I read this on Breastcacer.org https://www.breastcancer.org/treatment-side-effects/anxiety Also, please...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/737577/

Discussion: Anyone experience mood swings and nervousness with Anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 15, 2022

I agree with you that one size does not fit all, or should not fit all....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/729833/

Discussion: Is there anyone that had estrogen positive cancer, without use of AI?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 23, 2022

Good Morning! I was diagnosed with a focal ADH in a radial scar back in February....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/729014/

Discussion: Anyone dealing with Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia (ADH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 21, 2022

Neither Anastrozole (generic for Arimidex) nor Tomoxifin worked for me. The Anastrozole caused brain fog so...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/727240/

Discussion: Can anyone speak to the pros/cons of arimidex vs. tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 15, 2022

Thank you. I usually try to stay away from forums for just that reason and stick...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/719585/

Discussion: Genetic testing for breast cancer Revised guidelines

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2022

Hello. Has anyone experienced shortness of breath and leg cramps on anastrozole or tamoxifen. I seem...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/715554/

Discussion: Anyone read " How To Starve Cancer" yet ?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 8, 2022

Thankfully there are quite a few choices of hormone therapy, I am sorry you have struggled...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/708453/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 15, 2022

Hi @colleenyoung. Thank you for your response. I actually started the anastrozole Sunday night. Monday I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/708003/

Discussion: Anyone dealing with Atypical Ductal Hyperplasia (ADH)?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 13, 2022

At age 72 (as of June), I have decided to not take the Anastrozole or the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/703084/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2022

I’m 63 ,dcis zero stage. Took anastrazole after radiation and couldn’t tolerate side effects. ! After...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/703073/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2022

I went through all these inquiries after lumpectomy. I was/am early stage ER+ PR+, 1.2 cm...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/699976/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 17, 2022

All of these comments make my heart ache for each of us who must try to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/698328/

Discussion: Completed 5 years of anastrozole. Withdrawal symptoms? Side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 12, 2022

Chris, I was on Anastrozole 1 mg, (estrogen didn't reduce enough), went on the trial for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/697796/

Discussion: Lower dose of Exemestane (<25 mg)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 10, 2022

Glad that you're less worried about the radiation. Anastrozole and the other aromatase inhibitors have some...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/696868/

Discussion: What problems have you had with Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 7, 2022

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