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I started Ibrance with anastrozole three months ago after a recurrence of invasive lobular cancer with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/788429/

Discussion: Metastatic Breast Cancer treatment options

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2022

I don't know if Letrozol does have an effects but if it did then it would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/751027/

Discussion: How did you decide on breast cancer treatment based on Oncotype?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Good morning everybody, I just finished my 6 week hiatus from Arimidex. In my previous post...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/272159/

Discussion: SERMs and AIs - Choosing not to take them

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 29, 2019

I find this blog so helpful. Thank you all for sharing. I have been on anastrozole...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1050587/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 14, 2024

@ginny100 I've been taking Kisqali (CDK 4/6 inhibitor) and Letrozole (AI) for 3+ years now due...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1047480/

Discussion: Anyone taking a CDK4/6 inhibitor?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2024

I declined radiation and after a Mammaprint test, it was determined that chemo wouldn't be beneficial....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087408/

Discussion: Macrometastasis and Age at Diagnosis

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 15, 2024

It's strange how I was on Anastrozole for 90 days. Oncology nurse and my surgeon were...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1042106/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2024

Everything you are feeling is more normal than you can know. Being here, on connect, with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920297/

Discussion: Bi-Rad C4 - 50-95% malignancy.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

I think it is important to take into consideration that everyone is in a different place...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/645654/

Discussion: Side Effects of Anastrozole - bone loss

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 16, 2021

I was diagnosed with triple negative BC four years ago at age 66. Had four rounds...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/890864/

Discussion: What are things I need to know before I start AC Chemo?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 6, 2023

Almost immediately. After washing my hair, if I ran my fingers through, enough would release that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/729353/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 22, 2022

Of course, side effects are stated in the literature, but how you respond is to be...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86467/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 25, 2018

neveragainvaccines- GREAT JOB! In late 2021 i had 13 rounds of chemo, 12 rounds, 1 per...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1154865/

Discussion: How to not lose muscle mass during Chemo: any tips?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 10, 2024

Trigger finger and carpal tunnel? Dizziness? Hi,I'm curious how many have experienced them with an AI....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/851794/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2023

I developed anxiety issues about 9 months after chemo and radiation for breast cancer. I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/313406/

Discussion: Heart racing: Tamoxifen or AI side effects or other causes?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 13, 2020

i too have extreme fatigue . finished 6 month chemo , mastectomy , 3 weeks radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1244815/

Discussion: Struggling with fatigue

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 24 4:46pm

A year ago I had similar circumstances. I took anastrozole for six months prior to surgery...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/856712/

Discussion: What happens when you stop taking anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 8, 2023

At least your oncol thought it might work 12-18 mths .The oncol I had , who...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/707925/

Discussion: Ibrance and Letrozole: Newly Diagnosed Treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 13, 2022

@ele I don't have that medication, but I do take chemo for my multiple myeloma, in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104419/

Discussion: Coping with fatigue: What are your coping tips?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jul 12, 2024

Thank you for your sensitive and thoughtful response. I appreciate it. I have been on Tamoxifen...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/881632/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 19, 2023

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