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Great idea to share tips! It never occurred to me to just strip down in the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/993667/

Discussion: Tips for Breast Cancer warriors

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 8, 2024

The BCI test did not apply to my case as I had 7 positive lymph nodes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/991344/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 4, 2024

This is such a difficult decision to make. I opted not to take Anastrozole due to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/977388/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

I am on anastrozole and fosomax. Been on both since Aug of 2022. Have osteoporosis in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/975468/

Discussion: What happens when you stop taking anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 5, 2023

I'm supposed to stop anastrazole in January 2024, after 5 years, but the doctor recommended taking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973105/

Discussion: What happens when you stop taking anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 1, 2023

I also use Anastrozole manufactured by ACCORD and when my pharmacy switched manufacturers I had dramatically...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/963273/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 12, 2023

It has been 6 months for me. I take my 1mg Anastrozole at breakfast. I usually...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/962719/

Discussion: When do side effects of anastrozole begin?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2023

Hello @meags , I'm on 1mg of anastrozole for the past 20 months (among other things)....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/961933/

Discussion: What are some ways to try to minimize neuropathy during chemo?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 10, 2023

I was taking Anastrozole at night before bed. That's what was recommended. After about 7-10 days,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/961186/

Discussion: When do side effects of anastrozole begin?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2023

I have been on Anastrazole .since 2021. The only side effect I have noticed is the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/960947/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 8, 2023

I’m supposed to be taking anastrozole. I haven’t started it yet. I have the same worry...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/960378/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 7, 2023

My understanding is that AIs cut the possibility of recurrence by 60%. My oncologist- world renowned-...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959272/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/949849/

Discussion: Foot pain with Anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 18, 2023

I’m 60 and started anastrozole in June. I had many/most side effects that you hear- constant...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/948623/

Discussion: Conflicted on taking medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2023

I am exactly the same. DCIS Invasive, Stage 1, age 74 normal weight (until I started...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/943460/

Discussion: Why are dosages for estrogen suppression drugs one-size-fits-all?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 7, 2023

I’m now on exemestane. Eason Anastrozole fir 28 months and my back pain will never end...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/942159/

Discussion: Why are dosages for estrogen suppression drugs one-size-fits-all?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2023

I was on Anastrazole for 2 months, could not stand the side effects and was not...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919629/

Discussion: Anastrozole: How long do side effects last once you've stopped?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

I was diagnosed with breast cancer a little over 5 years ago. I was a stage...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/915547/

Discussion: 48 years old with stage 1 ILC - Tamoxifen Advice

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 19, 2023

Hello! It sounds like you’re doing well. I was diagnosed almost five years ago and have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/910470/

Discussion: Lobular Breast Cancer: Let's share and support each other

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 10, 2023

I am 1 year into anastrozole for my breast cancer. My side effects are about the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887718/

Discussion: Anastrazole and anxiety

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 30, 2023

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