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@monical my appt yesterday with a new oncologist, the first thing he said is he doesn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87116/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2019

I have just returned from my 6 year post op appointment. I had a clear mammogram...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87484/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2019

@teamweber24, such a good question. And yet another good question to which the answer is not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/967542/

Discussion: How long on Arimidex?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 19, 2023

@triciaot Thank you so much for that link. It is very helpful to know Tamoxifen Retinopathy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1004751/

Discussion: Blurry eyes after starting Tamoxifen?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 27, 2024

I’ve been on tamoxifen for 10 years with no adverse side affects. I sure wish I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/312331/

Discussion: Anyone had nausea as a side effect of tamoxifen? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 30, 2020

@brianphilip and @elizm, side effects are tricky. Everyone reacts differently. You're quite right @brianphilip when you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86685/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 13, 2019

@Rom828 I did not know you were premenopausal. Do your doctors recommend one or the other?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/872631/

Discussion: Any testimonies where cancer didn't return?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 5, 2023

If you felt comfortable taking Tamoxifen would the drs have been ok w that vs the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/891085/

Discussion: Leoprolide (Lupron) shot monthly or removal of ovaries?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

So I’m ER strong positive that’s why they told me to take the tamoxifen so do...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/777635/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 26, 2022

I was on Tamoxifen for four and half years. I have factor five so I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/613601/

Discussion: Anyone had nausea as a side effect of tamoxifen? What helps?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 3, 2021

That is good that you have done so well with the Tamoxifen treatment, @jdriver. I would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/279338/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2019

There are alternatives to tamoxifen. Ask your doctor about these other medications. You have a choice....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/816627/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 24, 2023

Any tips for time of day to take tamoxifen? Morning or night? With or without food?...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219895/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 4, 2019

Hi! What were your tamoxifen side effects? Also how old are you? I am 46. Will...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1067832/

Discussion: When you have hormone positive breast cancer, how to manage menopause?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 14, 2024

Not sure what kind of breast cancer you have but if you have DCIS low dose...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/610461/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2021

Thank you! The last three of the six years since my breast cancer diagnosis I was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/321453/

Discussion: Metastatic Lobular Breast Cancer in Stomach

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2020

Did you have any issues getting Toremifine filled? I didn’t know Tamoxifen was banned in Europe...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1059056/

Discussion: Anyone taking 5 mg Tamoxifen: Do you have side effects with 5 mg?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 28, 2024

I took Tamoxifen about 2 months, then I developed hot flashes, sweats day and night, swelling...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/882478/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2023

thank you. I started with the Tamoxifen because my onc wanted me to confer with my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219930/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 20, 2020

Unfortunately, I have developed gallstones, from Tamoxifen. I can't take any of the other HRTs, because...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/850207/

Discussion: 5mg vs 10mg of Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2023

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