I’ve been taking letrozole for about 18 weeks now. I have hot flashes, low mood,I feel dizzy and have completely stopped sleeping. I feel ill and I’ve stopped taking them. How long before I feel normal?
A very warm welcome to our forum. I am sorry to hear that you have stopped taking Letrozole, due to side-effects. Have you discussed these with your breast care nurse or consultant before you stopped them? There are various treatments for some of the side-effects and, if these don't work, you can always try another hormone therapy.
I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer and took Tamoxifen first time around and Letrozole for the second bout. I had all of the side-effects you mention and more besides, but I persevered for 7½ years and I'm glad that I did, as I'm still here 15 years on. The question I would be asking is not how soon you'll be back to normal, but will doing nothing keep the cancer at bay? If you haven't already discussed this with your care team, please do so and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.
A very warm welcome to our forum. I am sorry to hear that you have stopped taking Letrozole, due to side-effects. Have you discussed these with your breast care nurse or consultant before you stopped them? There are various treatments for some of the side-effects and, if these don't work, you can always try another hormone therapy.
I have had 2 bouts of breast cancer and took Tamoxifen first time around and Letrozole for the second bout. I had all of the side-effects you mention and more besides, but I persevered for 7½ years and I'm glad that I did, as I'm still here 15 years on. The question I would be asking is not how soon you'll be back to normal, but will doing nothing keep the cancer at bay? If you haven't already discussed this with your care team, please do so and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.
I'm glad to hear that you have an appointment with your oncologist coming up soon. Trying to cope with the side-effects is never easy. Some people find it better to take Letrozole in the evening, instead of the morning. Others find it easier if they stick to a particular brand of Letrozole. I hope that your care team can provide you with a solution.
