Menopause?

Hi, 

I'm 55, have been on the pill for years and haven't had periods. I stopped taking the pill in November 24 after getting a cancer diagnosis.

I had breast surgery on the 8th January and started taking anastrozole about 6 days ago. Is it too soon to start having hot flushes?

  • Hi there and thanks for posting

    I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis and recent surgery and hope you are recovering well.

    The hot flushes you are experiencing could be linked to you coming off the pill or a combination of both stopping the pill and starting the anastrazole.

    You may find it useful to read about managing hot flushes on our web pages.

    I hope things settle down but do let your team know about any concerns or side effects you have so they can advise you further.

    All the best

    Naomi