Breast Cancer Questions (Page 7)

I have been taking 75mg Effexor to counteract the side effects of Arimidex for last 5 years. Now?

... stopped taking as at end of my Breast Cancer Treatment and starting to feel terrible. Sickness, aching, light headed etc. Anyone know if this is normal and how long it will last?

Can Arimidex cause nail flaking, splitting and dramatically thinning?

I am a 50yr old woman and am 2.5 years post-op stage 2, hormone receptor positive breast cancer. I had no chemo, only accelerated radiation treatment following surgery. Because of a total hysterectomy 10 years ago and now being deprived of any hormones, I take a myriad of medications including-... read more

Breast cancer. Dosage of Arimidex - can it be decreased?

.I have stage 2 estrogen pos breast cancer. Had lumpectomy, chemo and 32. radiation treatments. Side effects are so bad as each month goes on. My oncologist said take it once every other day. I am so afraid the dosage is not enough. However, she gives me vague answers, "better than... read more

Has anyone had severe headaches from taking anastrozole?

Since i have began taking anastrozole i've had terrible/horrible headaches and i am so tired!

What happens to your body when you go off Arimidex after 5 years?

Have breast pain, tenderness & discoloration 8 months after lumpectomy & radiation, is this normal?

Breast Cancer - had lumpectomy and finished radiation 8 mos. ago. My question is, that I still have soreness and now pain in breast. also, have quite a bit of discloration and now huge knot that hurts when touched as well still 'crusty' around nipple. Would this be still part of what is... read more

WHAT exactly is anastrozole doing that causes the joint pain?

I had some signs of arthritis before. I've been through chemo, surgery & radiation for my stage 2b breast cancer. Prior to this mis-adventure, I took glucosamine for minor arthritic symptoms in my fingers. I know it worked because the stiffness & aching would return if I didn't... read more

Is a side effect of arimidex extreme exhaustion?

i have been on arimidex for 1 year and have start feeling achy all over and experience extreme exhaustiong for several months. i am aware of aches and pains as a side effect but should i feel so exhausted all of the time?

Femara - Is letrozole a chemo pill?

Is letrozole a chemo pill?

Does anyone taking anastrozole have problems with their hips?

I have a hard time now getting up and if I’ve been sitting for a while I have to stand for a few seconds before I’m able to walk stiff-legged. I’ve been on it a year and a half now.

Latuda and possible increase to breast cancer?

Any one see the article from Washington University School of Medicine St. Louis where Latida might be increasing the risk of breast cancer? I wonder how many people suffered breast cancer after taking this dangerous med. I know I am one.

After breast cancer two years ago I have been taking tamoxifen. Do you get lots of facial hair?

... growth? I am experiencing that in this past year. I have had a chronic cough,I am tired all the time, and hot flashes every day. I also bruise easily,my face is breaking out,I get muscle cramps and charlie horses. I am 60 years old

Letrozole - is there anything I can take to ease the pains in my joints while taking letrazole ?

... Mainly hands , hips, knees and feet pain ! Side effects of letrazole , is there anything i can do to help myself ?

Finasteride - Can it cause breast cancer in males?

I've been on this medicine for 3 years and recently I found a lump in my breast along with swelling and tenderness. My primary doctor said to wait 6 months... however I don't think waiting is the answer... I am going to see a surgeon this week, just to make sure all is ok... so can this... read more

Glipizide overdose?

What are the worries of taking 4 10mg tabs a day on accident instead of just the 1 10mg tab I'm used to taking since 2008? I am a 66 year old female with type 2 diabetes a breast cancer survivor,6 years ago a pace maker-thyroid cancer-mother of 7 and need to know about an accidental overdose... read more