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I am on the cusp of my 73rd birthday. I have been on Anastrozole for 18...

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Discussion: Anastrozole experience: Any tips for managing side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 23, 2023

I used the cold mittens and socks religiously with taxol treatments and still ended up with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919741/

Discussion: Share your experiences with cold capping, socks and mitts & chemo

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

I also have a severe problem with hair loss. i had chemo and loss all hair...

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Discussion: Eek! My hair is falling out!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 1, 2023

@joannemm30809 the answer to your question is it depends. There are many types of chemotherapy, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/905455/

Discussion: Are side affects of chemo and radiation that bad?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Hi I’m taking Astrazole the generic of Arimidix . Not terrible joint pain ( mild-moderate) no...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/904780/

Discussion: Anastrozole: Hand tremors? Trigger finger? Foot numbness?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

excellent advise - it's also good to know what you have so as research into you...

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Discussion: I’m new, concerned, NERVOUS and worried NO Diagnosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

It's probably not offered as an option since tamoxifen is the main drug in studies, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893455/

Discussion: Upcoming biopsy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 10, 2023

@windyshores Thanks for the response. You make a good common sense point about the side effects...

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Discussion: Letrozole and checking estrogen levels

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 4, 2023

Hi @chickenmom10 I take Kisqali for MBC (2.5 years so far). The other two choices were...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/886922/

Discussion: Deciding whether to go on abemaciclib (brand name Verzenio)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

I had a unilateral mastectomy in March 2023 but I was diagnosed July 2020. I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885293/

Discussion: Deciding if I should do bilateral or double mastectomy??

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 26, 2023

I am a fit person who works out 7 days a week. I tried all 3...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884344/

Discussion: Remedies for Joint Discomfort/Pain on AI ( Anastrozole)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

I had DCIS EST+/PR+ last November and had a lumpectomy and 5 days of radiation. The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884332/

Discussion: Hormone vaginal meds?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

The hot flashes eased for me on letrozole. Everyone is different but if the med is...

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Discussion: Asking for info on holistic or non invasive treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 7, 2023

@frogjumper—I, too, am going back and forth about radiation. My diagnosis was low grade, stage 0...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/864863/

Discussion: Deciding on radiation or not

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 22, 2023

Besides the second set of ears - someone take notes and don't hesitate to ask them...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/864533/

Discussion: Questions to ask during biopsy and diagnosis?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 22, 2023

@californiazebra so generous of you to tell your story. It will help others for sure. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/861478/

Discussion: Lymphovascular Invasion Present

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 17, 2023

Just get a "no substitution" prescription which means brand name. Or try a few generic brands....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852149/

Discussion: Decision about Letrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2023

Hello! I have recently been diagnosed with ADH and FEA from a core needle biopsy sample...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/852005/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2023

I know this is an old post, but I’d love to weigh in on this topic!...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/845851/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2023

Hi Joy! You've already had your share of cancer stuff for sure. After reading your story,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/843275/

Discussion: Survivorship/Care after treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2023

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