Good morning Barbara66. I read the article at medscape. It's a very good article. Sue10 also has very good point on the immunity system also.Thank you for sharing. God bless you 🙏.

I am so sorry it has come back Claudine. I hear this time and time again when it comes back its more aggressive. It makes me think those cells were hiding somewhere laying dormant and when they know its safe to come out they work harder to create havoc inside our bodies. I can't believe the cells just keep dividing again like the orginal cancer. Its like they never leave. New drugs have to be invented to maintain. To keep stable . The AI's are too harsh on the body to take longer than necessary but something has to be done to keep those cells at bay. ❤️

@A MyBCTeam Member I am sorry you have had such difficulty on the AI's and I wish you good luck when you go off. I don't know the answer. Scientist really need to invent better drug therapies because these drugs are just too harsh on the body and it seems like many women are opting out of taking them which comes with the reality cancer cells could return. I wish you luck and peace with your decision .❤️

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After three years on Letrozole, switching the aromatase inhibitor twice, and numerous side effects including hospital ER visits to deal with out of control blood pressure, I am going to stop taking an AI. Although, my Stage 1, Er+ Breast cancer is very low risk, my type has the highest recurrence rate. This has been a very difficult decision. My quality of life is just too adversely affected. I am looking for natural alternatives and am going to immediately implement diet changes, increase exercise, and work on reducing stress. Any positive thoughts and suggestions are deeply appreciated. Hugs to all!

I’ve tried all 3 AI’s offered, plus Tamoxifen. I’ve been miserable for nearly 3 years with painful side effects and deteriorating physical abilities. When I take breaks from these toxins I begin to improve within days!

I currently started a 3rd round of PT to help me regain strength in my hips and balance.

I recently quizzed my oncology nurse about the chance of recurrence should I stop the AI’s. She said it’s 50/50. They really don’t know. So when is quality of life an important consideration? I’m tired of feeling bad and want to stop gambling with my life. I’m 73 and no matter how you look at it, I’m in the final quarter of my life anyway. Why not feel good longer?