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I can deal pretty much with everything BUT the weight gain. It all settles right in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1144917/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2024

My tumor marker also has elevated in the last 6 months-I am at the end of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/308853/

Discussion: Your weight and your CA 27.29 reading

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 3, 2020

@gwinter The Taxol chemo made me gain weight and then the second AI (letrozole) made me...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87382/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 15, 2019

@jeaniebean Pharmaceuticals are tricky. Since going on an AI in January 2018, I lost about 25...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/220053/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2021

I think I was on Anastrozole for about 10 months then asked to be switched to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1062547/

Discussion: Exemestane and heart palpations?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 5, 2024

I gained 30 pounds. Catch 22, because the joint pain it causes and the weight gain...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/612182/

Discussion: Do aromatase inhibitors (like anastrozole) cause weight gain?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 28, 2021

Slowly, it’s getting better. I was experiencing, as most have, swollen joints and limbs, and around...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1241453/

Discussion: Do aromatase inhibitors (like anastrozole) cause weight gain?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 20 11:15am

Same here. I'm 76,on anastrozole 3 months. I am over weight and gained about 6 lbs....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1163003/

Discussion: Completed 5 years of anastrozole. Withdrawal symptoms? Side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 26, 2024

When I took it I seemed to have trouble sleeping ... when I start it again...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/253455/

Discussion: Timing of HRT, anastrozole - taking day or night?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 7, 2019

I am about to go on Arimidex. I am borderline obese and have concerns about whether...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919955/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

I am on daily Letrozole 2.5 mg, & have the following side effects: Neuropathy in my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/114671/

Discussion: Breast Cancer and Neuropathy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 11, 2017

I am starting mine now but it seems to keep me from sleeping , so may...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86818/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 16, 2019

I just stopped and went back to my normal self. No more hot flashes. Stopped gaining...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1053774/

Discussion: What happens when you stop taking anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2024

I had no withdrawal symptoms when I went off anastrazole after five years. Just no more...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1047206/

Discussion: Completed 5 years of anastrozole. Withdrawal symptoms? Side effects?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8, 2024

I found light weight long sleeve (no hoodie); but I like hats, with UV 50 protection...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/858699/

Discussion: Does anyone use a long sleeve hoodie for sun protection after breast?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 12, 2023

trixie1313 - isn't it great not wearing bras. That and I lost some weight I needed...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/267111/

Discussion: Can you get lymphedema if you only had sentinel node removed?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2019

Nothing was discussed with me so I continued a veggie heavy vegan diet I was doing...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1138816/

Discussion: Diet during radiation treatments

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 9, 2024

I was on anastrazole for five years. Some stomachs issues weight gain. Mild hair loss otherwise...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1025265/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 1, 2024

I am curious about everyone’s positivity. I was a triple positive dc. So I had the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1284497/

Discussion: Any long-term success stories from those NOT taking hormone therapy?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 18 8:23am

I know everyone reacts to meds differently, but would like to take a poll please. From...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/915339/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 19, 2023