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High Cholesterol risk with Anastrozole

Magpiemaggie
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Hi 

I have been on Anastrozole for 4 years and, by chance, had bloods taken before being prescribed medication for psoriasis. The cholesterol came back at 6.7 mmol/L. I was shocked to find that there is a link between cholesterol and Anastrozole.

I am told that patients on Anastrozole should have their cholesterol monitored but this never happened in my case. If my dermatologist hadn't ordered the blood tests I doubt I would have known I was in danger. 

So if you're taking Anastrozole, please get your Cholesterol checked. 

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  • I'm so sorry to hear about this Magpiemaggie. It must have come as quite a shock, but I'm glad it has been discovered and your cholesterol can be monitored from here on out.

    I'm sure your experience and advice will help a lot of members who may not be aware of this either so thank you for sharing this information with us.

    If you'd like to discuss this further with one of our cancer nurses, you can contact them on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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  • I'm so sorry to hear about this Magpiemaggie. It must have come as quite a shock, but I'm glad it has been discovered and your cholesterol can be monitored from here on out.

    I'm sure your experience and advice will help a lot of members who may not be aware of this either so thank you for sharing this information with us.

    If you'd like to discuss this further with one of our cancer nurses, you can contact them on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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