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Hang in there. It's a tough choice. I believe the rate of recurrence vs taking and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87160/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 31, 2019

lauradahl - I'm sure pretty much everyone on this site would agree that during the first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/219826/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 27, 2019

@sparklegram @rolandsullivan Our physical therapy department (Kaiser Permanente) has a 4-week program for strength training. You...

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Discussion: Cording / Axillary Web Syndrome (AWS)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 4, 2019

I have been on Letrozole for 7 weeks with wicked joint pain. My blood work taken...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/254120/

Discussion: Letrozole: When will I start feeling/seeing side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2019

I'm not taking the AI's because of the side effects and do get my estrogen levels...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86911/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2019

Had my check up yesterday with my oncologist post radiation and 5 weeks on femura. Radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86827/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 21, 2019

sushilady1 - I am glad you were able to make the decision that was best for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/211278/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 22, 2019

The only previous test was the Mamo and a breast biopsy before further surgery. Lump was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/182331/

Discussion: Bone Metastasis in Pelvic and Spine

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 10, 2018

I am not sure this is addressed to me? But, I'm horning in anyway (excuse me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/160709/

Discussion: Seeking Qualified skilled Surgeons

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 28, 2017

Hi Julie, Welcome to Connect. I'd like to introduce you to a few members who have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/160260/

Discussion: Tamoxifen use after 5 years

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jul 17, 2017

I'm not aware of problematic side effects after a little over a year on anastrozole, except...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86329/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 16, 2016

@windyshores According to my oncologist, chemo reduces the 9 year distant risk from 12% to 6-7%....

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Discussion: Chemo or not?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 12 9:59pm

Please, please, see your doctor. If it is indeed the letrozole that will be fixed by...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1205131/

Discussion: Aromatase Inhibitors: How to choose and manage side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 6 8:59am

@nancyn99: Aromatase inhibitors (AIs) are prescribed medications that stop most estrogen production in the body, such...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1200124/

Discussion: New breast pain 20 years post lumpectomy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 30, 2024

Yes, first cancer, DCIS intermediate grade, right side LOQ, stage 0, 7 mm after lumpectomy (was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1197051/

Discussion: Pros and cons of endocrine therapy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 25, 2024

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaoncology/fullarticle/2802824 https://dailynews.ascopubs.org/do/reduced-dose-exemestane-noninferior-standard-daily-dose-postmenopausal-women-early-er or, google Exemestane 3X a week.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1171312/

Discussion: Reduce dose of exemestane

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 10, 2024

I developed lymphedema not long after completing radiation. I was referred to lymphedema therapy, had lymphatic...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1162203/

Discussion: Discouraged with lymphedema: How do you cope?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2024

@msears Welcome to Mayo Connect. I understand your reluctance to tell your provider you think you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1161851/

Discussion: Smelling cancer!

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 24, 2024

One thing I have found helpful in these situations--get some actual statistics. Find out what your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1155766/

Discussion: Severe side effects after only 7 weeks Anastrozole. Next drug?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2024

@ginny100 Regarding a lung biopsy: Did they tell you how your biopsy would be performed? With...

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Discussion: Starting on targeted breast cancer meds.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 13, 2024

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