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Anastrozole and Anxiety

Schnauzer-mum
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Hi

Does anyone else find that anastrozole causes anxiety? I've been on it for two years now; found ways to combat or live with most of the symptoms through finding the right brands and taking other supplements.  But the anxiety just seems to be getting worse and worse.  I check the front door twice when I go out, I worry about kids and pets incessantly and minor things send me into a total spin. I'm writing this after another bad night and waking in total panic mode. This just isn't me! I really don't want to go to the doctor and get even more drugs Anyone else finding the same? If I know it's the anastrozole causing it I might at least feel like I'm not going crazy! 

Thanks!

  • Hey Schnauzer-mum and welcome to Cancer Chat.

    I'm glad you've found ways to cope with most of the side effects you've experienced with Anastrozole although I'm sorry to hear about the anxiety you've been contending with and for how much of an impact it is having.

    Hopefully some of our members will share their thoughts and experiences with you soon but if you'd like to discuss this with one of our cancer nurses, they're just a phone call away on 0808 800 4040, Monday - Friday between 9a.m - 5p.m.

    In the meantime, I hope some of the tips given on the NHS Every Mind Matters website will make your anxiety more manageable. For further information and advice, it may be worth having a look at Anxiety UK.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

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