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 Glenis
Thanks very much for your response. It's so good being able to talk to another on the same medication. I wondered whether I was imagining things sweating and not being able to sleep after only three days on Femara, but somehow I don't think so. My surgeon wanted me on Arimidex for 10yrs and it was causing me severe joint pain, so my GP referred me to the Oncologist I saw last week for the first time for a 2nd opinion and he's put me on Femara. I'm seeing my GP this coming week, so may be able to mention these things to her. I had told my surgeon about the severe pain on Arimidex and though he suggested going off it for 6-8 wks just to see, he still wanted me to continue with it after that - despite the pain. I don't think the Drs consider the side-effects - you're right.
I hope things improve too. I see the Onc again in 4wks time. Thanks again for your response. It's much appreciated, believe me.