How long on hormone blocker medication
I was diagnosed Oct 2018- had lumpectomy (clear perimeters & no nodal involvement). Followed up with radiation & Letrozole. Given bone density results my oncologist is keen to move me across to tamoxi...
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I have been a big advocate for hormone treatment however the side effects I have experienced have me wondering if the benefits outweigh the risks. 20 months on tamoxifen and I gained weight, felt mood changes and found walking hard because of fatigue and breathlessness. I spoke to my oncologist about my side effects and all of a sudden I am off them for a 5 week break to see what happened to me. Well u feel fabulous, energy back, no breathlessness and no mood issues. I have an appointment with the oncologist on 11th July to discuss next steps. Cant go on AIs because of joint issues. She did flag tamoxifen at half strength but it will be a discuss. Scientists research indicates that tamoxifen has a 50% chance of bc not coming back and AI only another 1 or 2% better coverage. I have to weigh up if 50% chance side effects are worth it all for another 3.5yrs. If tamoxifen is effecting my heart with increased pulse and breathlessness and struggling to walk i am not sure. Anyway I will engage in a serious discussion with the oncologist to decide.