Hi,
I have been on tamoxifen since November 2023, after completing chemotherapy in October 2023.
My periods stopped during chemo and returned February 2024, and when they did return they were heavy and painful.
I started zoladex August 2024, and remained on it until November 2024 at which point I came off.
I had my first period since zoladex last month, which was very heavy and cramps were extremely painful. The bleeding was extremely fresh looking red also. I had a little bleeding yesterday just randomly (literally one time) and feel a little crampy. It has been 22 days since my period.
I thought this was all likely normal with not having a period for so long but now I’m not sure?
Hi @lanna19,
Thank you for your post.
It sounds like you have been having heavy periods for a while. Breast cancer treatment like chemotherapy and zoladex can affect your periods.
Tamoxifen can also have an effect of your periods. Some women find they are lighter, irregular or completely stop. If you are having heavy periods whilst on tamoxifen it is important you contact your breast care nurse or treatment team and let them know. They can investigate this and discuss any management that may be helpful for you.
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