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Tamoxifen and Fibromyalgia
I had stage 1 estrogen driven breast cancer - surgery in summer 2022, radiation in fall 2022. Cancer free now. I've had severe fibromyalgia for...
Last active: Jul 31 4:11pm
Tamoxifen yes or no?
Tamoxifen yes or no? I was diagnosed with ALH on my right breast with micro calcifications. I’m 50, still with my periods every month. Had...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: May 1, 2023
Tamoxifen or AI
I know side effects are different for everyone, but curious... Anyone try both Tamoxifen and Anastrozole? Which one caused the least amount of side effects?
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Jun 13, 2023
Tamoxifen input
Hi All, it seems I'm getting Tamoxifen thrown at me from every direction. I'm still reluctant due what I read as side effects, short history...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Jul 29 7:24am
Tamoxifen and uterine fibroid
Hi All, I have been recommended to take 20mg Tamoxifen after my radiation. I have uterine fibroids and Tamoxifen can increase the growth of those...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: May 12 6:46pm
Tamoxifen and pregnancy
Is it possible to stay on tamoxifen while pregnant? If not, what other options are there?
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Jun 7, 2018
Tamoxifen and Lymphedema
I just started taking Tamoxifen after having a lumpectomy and now the Lymphedema in my right arm is getting much worse. I was never told...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: May 24, 2023
Tamoxifen and anastrozole
Hi all, I have a question about these AI. I'm pretty much at the beginning of this journey, just had a lumpectomy and now waiting...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Apr 10 11:36pm
Tamoxifen and Antidepressants
I am not sure if this topic has been discussed, but want to make sure people are award of interaction between some antidepressants and tamoxifen.I...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Feb 25, 2020
Side effects with Baby Tamoxifen (low-dose tamoxifen)
For people who have taken low-dose (5mg) tamoxifen, what have your experiences been with side effects? What side effects have you had, how quickly did...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Nov 4 4:11pm
Tamoxifen side effects
Just started Tamoxifen last night. Was so nervous thinking I was going to be sick after. I have anxiety of not knowing if or when...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Jan 21 10:11am
Tamoxifen side effects in postmenopausal women
I took letrozole for 5 years for E+ BC. Developed osteoporosis. It is 7 years later and I have a second BC. Dr wants me...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Nov 12 1:11pm
5mg vs 10mg of Tamoxifen
Hi all, I'm currently on 10mg of tamoxifen after surgery for Invasive Ductal stage 1. I started with 20mg but my feet hurt so bad...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Feb 6 5:18pm
Tamoxifen and mental health
I started taking tamoxifen as part of my BC treatment a couple of weeks ago and have been really struggling with nervousness, anxiety and depression...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Jul 1 11:46am
Migraine help while on tamoxifen
Anyone have migraines from tamoxifen? Anything that helps relieve them?
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Apr 21, 2023
Tamoxifen and Factor V Leiden
Hello, I am just starting this journey with stage 1 breast cancer. I have increased risk of blood clot due to Factor V Leiden, and...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Apr 27, 2023
Taking a Lower Dose of Tamoxifen?
Given the risk of endometrial cancer from tamoxifen, which apparently increases with dosage, length of use, and the age of the patient, is anyone taking...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Nov 11, 2023
Bone pain from Tamoxifen
Any supplements or treatments you can recommend for bone pain from taking tamoxifen?
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Dec 13, 2021
Stopping AI and starting Tamoxifen
I can’t stand the amount of joint pain and disfigurement of my feet anymore from Letrozole so I stopped it, can’t believe how much better...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: May 24 11:40pm
Anastrozole vs Letrozole vs Tamoxifen
Over two years out from initial Stage1 diagnosis. Lumpectomy followed by radiation, then began taking anastrozole for about 6-7 months. Side effects, mostly bone pain...
Support Group: Breast Cancer
Last active: Aug 27, 2022