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BTW, I do not have any of these symptoms as it indicated in the link you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/303131/

Discussion: Constant cough (4 months)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 26, 2020

brain fog is one of the side effects here too, but MD says it will improve...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1041571/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 28, 2024

Did it cause weight gain ? I put 7 lbs on tamoxifen in just 9 mos...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/655117/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

I had no withdrawal symptoms just felt better stomach issues are gone hair loss’s slow down...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1041948/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 29, 2024

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

I kept several plates, cups, bowls, etc on the counter as I couldn't reach for them...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1502794/

Discussion: What Helped You Most during Mastectomy (SDX or DMX) Healing?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 10 8:25pm

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

Yes my Oncologist stopped the Anastrozole because I was getting body pains. I am now taking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1382861/

Discussion: Has anyone dealt with the decision to stop Anastrozole due to joint pa

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 30, 2025

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

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 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, 2025

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 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 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

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