I don't have breast cancer but two of my acquaintances (previous co-workers) have and both did Tamoxifen for five years. One had surgery and the other did just radiation. BCO recommends 5 years. Take care, Judy
http://www.breastcancer.org/treatment/hormonal/serms/tamoxifen
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How long does your doctor suggest for tamoxafin?
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I finished my chemo and rads the end of Jan and my Drs all say 10 years of tamoxifen and no discussion! My oncologist said the new standard is now 10 years. I was thinking it was still 5.
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