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Letrozole

Chris-Sylvia
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I have just had a mastectomy with reconstruction. Luckily my lymph nodes were all clear and the cancer was grade 2

i have now been given Letrozole to take for 5 years and am concerned having read the numerous possible side effects. I appreciate that these effects can vary according to each individual but would welcome comments from anyone who is currently taking this drug. Although I am 75, I am generally fit and healthy, going to the gym 4/5 times a week, not overweight and a non smoker. Many thanks

Christine

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    Hi Chris-Sylvia  I had a mastectomy and reconstruction in October, having completed 7 cycles of chemotherapy. I am now on letrazole for 5 years and have also had 15 sessions of radiotherapy. At the moment, I seem to feel constantly exhausted, even after just getting up in the morning. Not sure if it's the after effects of radiotherapy or the letrozole that is causing it. I had much more energy when going through chemo and was walking 2 1/2 miles everyday. Would like to hear how you find the letrazole  xx

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    Hi Chris-Sylvia  I had a mastectomy and reconstruction in October, having completed 7 cycles of chemotherapy. I am now on letrazole for 5 years and have also had 15 sessions of radiotherapy. At the moment, I seem to feel constantly exhausted, even after just getting up in the morning. Not sure if it's the after effects of radiotherapy or the letrozole that is causing it. I had much more energy when going through chemo and was walking 2 1/2 miles everyday. Would like to hear how you find the letrazole  xx

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