Letrozole

Hi, I have been taking Letrozole for 2 months now , following a mastectomy (two small stage 1 primary cancers found in one breast). I have had a few different side effects like  nausea and joint pain but these I can live with at the moment. However, I have now had a third bout of cystitis in as many months and I have been told that Letrozole can be the cause. Has anyone else experienced cystitis as a side effect? I know I have not been taking the Letrozole for long but am seriously considering stopping them.

  • Hi OceanBlue and welcome to the Cancer Chat forum.

    If you're really unhappy on Letrozole do be sure to let your doctor know as they may be able to switch to you an alternative. This is something quite a few of our members - some of which you'll hopefully hear from soon - have done so do think about giving this a go as it may help with these side effects.

    Our cancer nurses are available for a chat during the week on 0808 800 4040 between 9a.m - 5p.m if you'd like to discuss this with them as well.

    Kind regards, 

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator