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Bluebell-1
Member
15 hours ago

Exemestane and bleeding

I’m not sure where to direct my question about Exemestane and bleeding.

I had small IDC removed via lumpectomy followed by 15 rounds of radiation. Due to possible interactions with other medications, I was started on Exemestane instead of Tamoxifen. It had been 6 months since my last period and menopause has confirmed via blood test.

Now after six weeks on Exemestane I am having a heavy period, 215 days after my last one. I am not sure if I should talk to a breast care nurse, my GP, or my oncologist (appointment is in 6 weeks).

If anyone has had a similar experience, what did you do and how did it turn out? I’m trying not to panic but this doesn’t seem right.

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4 Replies

  • Christina_BCNA's avatar
    Christina_BCNA
    Community Manager
    14 hours ago

    Hi Bluebell-1​ - I can completely understand why this would feel unsettling, especially after your menopause was confirmed and it has been more than seven months since your last period. I'd suggest that you contact your breast care nurse, GP, or oncology team sooner rather than later and let them know what is happening. They can advise on the most appropriate next steps and whether any investigations are needed.

    Given that the bleeding is heavy, and you are feeling anxious about this, speaking to a healhcare professional today might feel right for you rather than waiting the 6 weeks to see your oncologist again. You could ring Nurse-On-Call on 1300 60 60 24 (free 24/7 service), describe the situation and a registered nurse can advise the bext next steps for you. Wishing you all the best Bluebell-1​ periods are no fun - especailly when they were already meant to be over!!!

    • Bluebell-1's avatar
      Bluebell-1
      Member
      13 hours ago

      Thank you. I have made contact with the breast care nurse who is going to liaise with my oncologist and get back to me.

      Thanks for the support. It is so good to have a reliable community to reach out to 🙏

  • Moomincorn's avatar
    Moomincorn
    Member
    14 hours ago

    Bluebell-1​ I have not been in a similar position but if I were I would figure out who the quickest person would be to contact. In my case I'd text or call my breast care nurse as she could then escalate things if I needed to see my oncologist sooner. 

    Otherwise I'd probably try 1800 Medicare to talk to a nurse who could then tell me what to do.

     

    • Bluebell-1's avatar
      Bluebell-1
      Member
      14 hours ago

      Thanks, I left a  voicemail with the public breast care nursing service a few hours ago but I am not sure if/how they work in with the private oncologist. I didn’t think of 1800 Medicare, so I appreciate your advice and will call them instead.

      I hope all is going well with you 🌸