Femara - To take or not to take...
Has anyone made the decision to NOT take a blocker drug such as femara?
I am 63 years old and have recently had a lumpectomy (1cm Grade 3) and central lymph node removal (Lymph node was clear) and ...
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Hi Ally,
Well, after taking femera for a week I had a rash on my arms and legs, and a terrible itch in my groin and I generally felt terrible so I stopped taking it. I have now finished my radiotherapy treatment and am due to see my oncologist next week. I have spent some time reading about the side effects of these drugs and have discussed this with my husband at some length and decided that I will not take femera again. I may try another option if the oncologist suggests it but if I still get bad side effects I will stop that as well. I cannot see any reason to take a medication that can decrease my quality of life with only, according to the statistics, a small reduction in the risk of the cancer returning. Regardless of my decision, you need to discuss this with your partner, family, GP or other person you can confide in and come to your own decision. Find out as much as you can about the drugs and their side effects and don't be afraid to ask your GP or oncologist about the percentages that your risks are reduced based on your cancer figures. I would be interested in your eventual decision if you feel you want to let me know. I wish you well in your fight and hope that you come through this challenging ordeal.