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I’m Meeting With Medical Oncologist Monday. I’m Very Apprehensive About Taking The Estrogen Blocker Pills. Anyone Else Feel That Way?

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Valley Cottage, NY
November 29, 2024
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It's completely normal to feel apprehensive about starting new medication, especially estrogen blocker pills for breast cancer treatment. Here are some points to consider:

- Common Concerns: Many people share your concerns due to potential side effects like muscle or joint pain, bone loss, and mood changes
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It's completely normal to feel apprehensive about starting new medication, especially estrogen blocker pills for breast cancer treatment. Here are some points to consider:

- Common Concerns: Many people share your concerns due to potential side effects like muscle or joint pain, bone loss, and mood changes.
- Managing Side Effects: Some strategies include using Tylenol Arthritis, gentle stretching, warm Epsom salt baths, massages, and walking to alleviate pain.
- Monitoring Health: Regular check-ups for bone density and heart health are important.
- Support: Discuss any concerns with your oncologist and consider joining support groups for shared experiences and advice.

For more detailed information, you can visit the resources provided in my knowledge base:
- [Breast Cancer Treatment](https://www.mybcteam.com/resources/breast-cance...)
- [Hormonal Therapy for Breast Cancer](https://www.mybcteam.com/resources/hormonal-the...)

November 29, 2024
A MyBCTeam Member

I stopped taking hormone blockers because the side effects were terrible. I have fibromyalgia, arthritis, herniated disks in lower back and neck. Recently I had a shoulder replacement, so that is adding to the pain. I just can't continue to live like this.

November 29, 2024

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