Anastrozole

Question

Hi all. I was diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma in October 2024. I had mastectomy of left breast in February with all clear margins. I am 75 years old and went to see the oncologist yesterday. He has prescribed Anastrozole to be taken one a day for five years. After hearing all the side effects from him and reading more I wonder if it is really worthwhile going ahead with treatment. Has anyone else had this dilemma?

cath62 · Answer

Most people are on some form of hormone blockers after surgery. Your dr has assessed your risk of reoccurance and recommended a treatment ie those pills. It is definitely worth trying. You may experience no side effects. Not everyone does. Give it a go and see how it is. If that medication causes side effects, there are others. You really don't want to have to go through it all again with a reoccurance or mets. Best wishes&nbsp;

cranky_granny · Answer

Ive been on anastrozole for 7 years The are a few mild side effects for me I did have a switch for a short period to tamoxifen but went back to anastrozole. The side effects were worst when initially started then settled down.&nbsp;i have found if I don’t move about enough the joints ache more.&nbsp;theres no harm in trying and see how you go.&nbsp;