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Hi Sequoia, I'm so thankful it's not just me. I am sorry to hear you cannot...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/915558/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 19, 2023

Hi there. Dxed with Stage IIIc ILC (5 tumors, 10/16 diseased nodes -- diagnosis upon surgical...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/802745/

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

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 28, 2023

@elliej: Atypical ductal hyperplasia (see below) is not cancer yet so that may be why radiation...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/764085/

Discussion: Invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC): Anyone else?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2022

Did you do any genetic testing? If not, perhaps you still can. The OncotypeDX test yields...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/696143/

Discussion: After breast cancer: 12 years out, questions about recurrence

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 5, 2022

The rollers are the big foam rollers you see in gyms or at a PT office...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86414/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 4, 2017

Thank you for your response. I do remember having those injections before my surgery. They took...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1131830/

Discussion: How do I know the surgeon took enough lymph nodes during my surgery?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Aug 27, 2024

I am new to this forum. 2 1/2 years ago I was diagnosed with DCIS. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1046238/

Discussion: What happens when you stop taking anastrozole?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 6, 2024

If you could tolerate an AI or tamoxifen, that 95% estrogen score would mean they would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1038790/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 23, 2024

My situation is similar to several who have posted. In September 2022 diagnosed with Stage IDC,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/783301/

Discussion: How important is taking hormone blockers after surgery for IDC?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 10, 2022

@rene1636 IMHO, you are spot on w/ your proactive research and thought process. I’m 2004 I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/756558/

Discussion: Diagnosed with DCIS: How do I decide on treatment?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 3, 2022

At first I was switched from Anastrozole to Exemestane, which many people find of benefit as...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/594146/

Discussion: Arimidex Pain Starting after 17+ months

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 13, 2021

I had 33 radiation treatments. Things went well until exactly halfway through, We had even gone...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1045036/

Discussion: Radiation: When do side effects show?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 3, 2024

Hello! Fellow breast cancer and thyroid cancer survivor here. I was first diagnosed with thyroid cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/952038/

Discussion: Thyroid Nodules found 2 years after breast cancer radiation treatment

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Oct 22, 2023

I would recommend that women with hormone positive breast cancer ask their oncologists to check their...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/86480/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 18, 2018

My Illinois doctor did not like (a) seeing me at all (b) listening to any feedback...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1053761/

Discussion: Right breast cancer DCIS: Is 4-5 weeks of radiation normal protocol?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2024

I have no argument with "trying it," but I think prospective patients should be aware that,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1137354/

Discussion: When do side effects of anastrozole begin?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 6, 2024

As a P,.S., the Tamoxifen dosage was increased by my Texas oncologist on June 23 from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1075271/

Discussion: HR+ and HER2-: Considering options with AIs or tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: May 26, 2024

To Traci in regards to Anastrozole: Anastrozole and Laetrozole are "Kissing Cousins" according to my oncologist...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1041390/

Discussion: Breast Biopsy: Core Needle vs. Fine Needle Biopsy

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 27, 2024

I admire you for giving it all such a good try! I'm with you even though...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1029853/

Discussion: stop the madness

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 8, 2024

I had 33 radiation sessions to my right breast, also. It is really the only "preventative"...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1053765/

Discussion: Right breast cancer DCIS: Is 4-5 weeks of radiation normal protocol?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 19, 2024

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