Forgot to post a link that maybe helpful Menopause and Cancer charity was started by Dani Binnington who has also had breast cancer in her 30s with young children. She realised that many were told what to take as far as medication and no other options were talked about. They have over 150 podcasts some recorded on YouTube and do live events, soon they will be meeting up at Blenheim Palace as well as inviting people to join their events so you can posts questions etc. I have joined a few online events which were so helpful.
They discuss the menopause toolkit. Some experts are in exercise, nutrition, others are menopause specialists, oncologists, bone health (dexa scans/ bisphosphonates) to name just a few.
I thought it may be helpful as many hormone therapies cause menopausal symptoms which can be debilitating. I personally take 4 other medications to offset my side effects of AI’s. Not sure that is sustainable.
Hope everyone is enjoying the lovely weather, well it’s sunny here. Been doing some gardening. Lost an hour of sleep, not that it matters it’s not that great. Yet another side effects of AI’s.
I, like all of you have had a breast cancer diagnosis and am still dealing with side effects of medication that has been prescribed to help prevent my cancer coming back. I am a user of the forum and get involved with issues relating to my own diagnosis.
As well as a volunteer Community Champion, this role is to keep the forum welcoming and friendly and supporting moderators. I also signpost to BCN sources and as well trusted sources outside of the forum as I have done above.
Please see this link and scroll down to see the role of a Community Champion Getting started on our forum
