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@mjay this exactly what I experienced with Arimidex. I took it for a year and a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/605893/

Discussion: Arimidex Pain Starting after 17+ months

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2021

I've been on Anastrozole for almost 2 years. At first I really suffered from joint pains,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86482/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2018

Hi My oncology radiologist nurse told me the fatigue will get worse before it gets better....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1093687/

Discussion: Fibromyalgia and radiation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 25, 2024

Hi Prior to radiation yes I worked out 3 days a week. I had 2 surgeries...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1228704/

Discussion: DCIS breast cancer?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 3 1:57pm

Good morning ladies :-) my name is Rabab. I was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma stage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/220112/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 18, 2021

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. I am struggling with side effects (I think) - brain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893349/

Discussion: Anastrozole weaning.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2023

I also have insomnia. When mentioned to my doctor - she said it was an unusual...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87011/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2019

I took Anastrazole for 5 years with no major issues but the biggest thing you need...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/710365/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 22, 2022

@sandyjr The fear of lymphedema is quite real. Where my medical treatment is, they have a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/262380/

Discussion: BP, IVs and blood draws after bilateral breast cancer w/node removal

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 19, 2019

I was on two other meds before Aremedex and they both gave me horrible joint pain....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86453/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2017

I did my first long fast when I started Anastrozole. (The Zolodex shot did not cause...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1283227/

Discussion: Looking for research re: taking AI drugs vs not taking them

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 5 days ago

In 2018 - I had 21 radiation treatments. 16 were to the whole breast (I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/797761/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma and length of radiation treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 16, 2023

I WAS DIAGNOSED WITH OSTEOPOROSIS AT AGE 83 LAST SUMMER AND RECEIVED THE INITIAL RECLAST (ZOLEDRONIC...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/182812/

Discussion: Anyone have experience with zoledonic acid infusion for osteopenia?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 8, 2018

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. Having both halves of your diaphragm paralyzed is even...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1063603/

Discussion: Phrenic Nerve damage and paralyzed diaphragm: Anyone else have this?

Support Group: Lung Health

Posted: May 7, 2024

Hi! I am very surprised Dana Farber onco ( I do not see Otto but feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/877086/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 12, 2023

Hi all, just for your information: Radiation is a localized treatment, whereas Chemotherapy is systemic. If...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/867311/

Discussion: Breast cancer/Radiation/Tooth Problems

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2023

I started on Anastrozole 1mg several months ago. I am in a research project through Dr...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/609483/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 16, 2021

Thank you so much! I’m scared of radiation burn actually (I scar easily and take forever...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1150708/

Discussion: Just diagnosed with DCIS: How do I know what questions to ask?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 2, 2024

Laurie, I wish the mayo clinic could do something about these pills that have such horrible...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1086633/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2024

@sue417 I had radiation therapy for endometrial cancer (pelvic radiation). Twenty five sessions. During the radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1081663/

Discussion: Fatigue after radiation

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 6, 2024

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