Hello WeeEmm

I'm sorry to hear that you've recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. Understandably this is a worrying time for you. 

We do have some information about the SMALL trial on our website that you might find helpful. 

It's understandable that you may have concerns and questions about any hormonal medication that is recommended for you. It's important to remember that not everyone experiences side effects when taking Tamoxifen or AIs. It's possible that you may manage very well on the medication. However, I'd really encourage you to talk with your breast care team about your concerns. Hopefully, they will be able to reassure you about your options should you decide that Tamoxifen is not the right path for you. 

If you'd like to talk with one of our nurses for some advice and support you can call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. I know they will be happy to listen and offer any information they can. 

I hope that things progress smoothly for you WeeEmm. Do keep in touch and let us know how you get on. 

Best wishes, 
Jenn
Cancer Chat moderator 

I’m 2 years on tamoxifen side affects didn’t start until we’ll after a year 

I hate the drug it’s absolutely awful the side affects are awful I gained weight and got every single side affects of these tabkets 

im sirry if it sounds awful but I needed to tell you the truth as you asked 

wishing you all the best lovely 

Thank you for your honesty.mi hope you’re doing ok 

Thank you I will ask lots of questions next week when I get my biopsy result