Hi there,
I was peri-menopausal when I was diagnosed. My onc has said that although 5 years is standard at present, studies will come through within the next 5 years that make it more likely that I'll be on the AI's for at least 7, but more likely 10 years.
For the ovarian suppression, I was surprised that I would need to be on this for more than 2 - 3 years, given i was near to (but not quite) menopausal, hence my understanding that at least 3-5 years for the Zoladex, and that could be extended. I'm not sure what tests would need to happen for this to cease.
I can choose an oophorectomy at any stage to cease the monthly injections, but I'm not keen for another procedure just yet.
Have you discussed Ribociclib with your onc too?
i'm also on Zometa (as 6 monthly infusions) and I"m not sure how long that will go on for - i assume as long as the AI's do.
K
