Letrozole

Hi I have had surgery and been given letrozole to start before radiotherapy in a few months time. The consultant said for me to start the medication when I was ready to. I have heard a few horror stories about the medication does anyone have any suggestions when I should start taking it, as I seemed to not think to ask when I was at my appointment. 

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  • I started taking Letrozole immediately after seeing the oncologist three and a half weeks ago. I start 20 sessions of radiotherapy next Monday. You can take the tablet at any time of day but I have mine at lunchtime with food. I have found that it minimises the effect on my digestive system. At first I had indigestion and bad stomach ache but these symptoms are beginning to lessen now. As Jolamine says it lowers the risk of cancer returning so I think it is worth starting straight away and disregarding some initial discomfort. I understand that side effects could disappear in time so I am prepared to be patient and keep on taking it. 

  • Thanks and very much like Jolamine you have helped me focus again, I am starting it this evening. I hope your radiotherapy goes as well as it can.

  • Hi Mitch,

    I am glad to see that you have decided to start Letrozole and hope that all goes well for you.

    Please keep in touch and let us know how you get on. We are always here for you.

    Kind Regards,

    Jolamine xx

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