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Two years on Tamoxifen 20 mg after breast cancer surgery in 2023.. I was having vaginal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1558720/

Discussion: Tamoxifen side effects are very worrying. Read these studies

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 3 days ago

@karenzm I’ve taken all 3 AI and Tamoxifen. Had brain fog and pain on all of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1542335/

Discussion: Why are dosages for estrogen suppression drugs one-size-fits-all?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 3 10:33pm

@momandrph048 My oncologist said that turmeric is fine with aromatase inhibitors, but not with tamoxifen.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1557778/

Discussion: Anyone on an aromatase inhibitor dealing with anxiety, cry easily?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: 4 days ago

@angele2times Finished chemo in 2023, now taking Tamoxifen. It has its side effects but manageable.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1546667/

Discussion: My TC journey: Taxotere (docetaxel) & Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 9 4:46pm

@karenzm I had terrible joint pain also. Told my gynocologist (who is also a breast cancer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1538490/

Discussion: Advice on Exemestane

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30 7:31am

I was given the option of Tamoxifen or AI. I chose Tamoxifen but can switch to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/885002/

Discussion: Any testimonies where cancer didn't return?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 25, 2023

@jmab In addition to Tamoxifen, I am also diabetic, take Mounjaro, a statin. The side effects...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1513422/

Discussion: What treatment decisions did you make with stage 1, Oncotype 34?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 24 8:40am

Be present, go visit friends in-person, less texting. I started seeing a therapist as I wanted...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1538864/

Discussion: Recurrence Fears - How do you cope?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 30 1:28pm

@barbbillas I have been told that tamoxifen is for premenopausal patients. But the research I have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1545678/

Discussion: Recovery time after Anastrozole/aromatase inhibitors

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8 11:16am

@dmr4ever u Yes, Tamoxifen is for premenopausal women as it acts on the ovaries to reduce...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1545750/

Discussion: Recovery time after Anastrozole/aromatase inhibitors

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8 12:31pm

@gran71 Ive been on tamoxifen almost 3 years and take losartan for blood pressure. Info I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1336695/

Discussion: Tamoxifen and blood pressure medication

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jun 27, 2025

Welcome, @gcroemer, @vivi1 posed a similar question in this helpful discussion: - Taking a Lower Dose...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/752298/

Discussion: 5mg vs 10mg of Tamoxifen

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Sep 21, 2022

coffeecat @sgorecki, you might also be interested in the comments in these related discussions: - 5mg...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1010277/

Discussion: Side effects with Baby Tamoxifen (low-dose tamoxifen)

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 5, 2024

I am male breast cancer survivor, my oncotype is 34. It was suggested I get chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1506286/

Discussion: What treatment decisions did you make with stage 1, Oncotype 34?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 15 10:05am

Gwinter - pl clarify- are you now on tamoxifen or are you planning to start taking...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/87117/

Discussion: Concerned about the side effects of anastrozole

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 30, 2019

Anyone developed hearing loss while taking Tamoxifen? I have read that many people have developed tinnitus...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1196382/

Discussion: Tamoxifen side effects

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Dec 24, 2024

Why don’t you switch to Tamoxifen? I’ve been on tamoxifen for six months and hardly notice...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/972154/

Discussion: Interested and curious about turkey tail mushrooms

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 29, 2023

@dmr4ever I’m postmenopausal, 68 at diagnosis, and on tamoxifen. The oncologist said I could choose tamoxifen...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1545868/

Discussion: Recovery time after Anastrozole/aromatase inhibitors

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Apr 8 3:42pm

There is a study that shows a 2nd cancer comes after tamoxifen. I wasn't willing to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1172033/

Discussion: Tamoxifen side effects in postmenopausal women

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Nov 11, 2024

Vaginal discharge is a common, well-documented side effect of tamoxifen due to its estrogen-like effects on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1498913/

Discussion: Tamoxifen Side Effects/Fingernails.

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Feb 5 4:24pm

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