I to am facing this question to take or not to take Tamoxifen. Thank you for posting the question and thank you for all that responded to it.
- MamasLibrary
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- Patient: Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)
- Patient Info: Currently in active treatment (initial surgery, receiving chemo rounds/radiation), Diagnosed: about 11 years ago, Female, Age: 40
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MamasLibrary asked a questionBreast Cancer
Tamoxifen - to take or to take natural?
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Lynn1947
Ive been taking tamoxfin for 2 1/2 years.I had questions and concerns.I have reactions to some meds and worried the same problems could happen with tamoxifin.So far no problems. I have a friend who was Stage 3 and still living after 18 years.She chose a lumpectomy with Stage 3 and doing good.She took tamox for the 5 years and something else another 5 years. My doctor stressed to me "Everyone's Different.We must make our own decision. Hoping it's the right one.
Lynn1947
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MamasLibrary posted an update
In a few months I'll be crossing the path into possible Tamoxifen. I'm wondering if anyone has used alternative, natural therapy and what their results are (good and bad). Thank you!
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Drug or Chemo Therapy (Chemotherapy): I didn't feel like "me" at all during the first 1/2 of chemo which was a bit depressing.
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Procedure or Surgery: Bi-lateral mastectomy
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Momofivedcisbc
I also had a Bi-lateral mastectomy and a DIEP flap reconstruction. I do not have to take tamoxifen, chemotherapy or radiation. But I would love to touch base and work through the changes in our bodies and the emotional and psychological part of recovery. I am momofivedcisbc, feel free to e-mail or connect. I hope you are feeling a little better. I am two months past my September 18, 2012 surgery. Physical therapy is going well and my nipple reconstruction will happen January 2, 2013. Hope to hear from you soon.
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