Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hi Waimari, in the end I decided against taking it. I asked the oncologist for percentages and she said that - over a 10 year old period - there was a 5% chance of the cancer returning but a 3% chance if I took Tamoxifen. Those odds didn't seem that different to me so, given my age, I opted for not taking it. I am having a hip replacement next month and a knee replacement 3 months later. My joints are so bad that I am glad I'm not taking it. My breast clinic check up is in November so I will face the music then, so to speak! Good luck whatever you decide and stay well ❤️ ... View more

Thank you for this extremely informative reply. I am still 99.9% determined I'm not taking this. Good luck with your next appointment. ❤️ ... View more

Hi everyone,   Is there anyone who has decided NOT to take Tamoxifen?  I am currently going through radiotherapy and have deferred taking anything at the moment.  I am almost 72 and have severe osteo-arthritis - I need a hip and a knee replacement but currently need to be clear of all cancer treatment.  I am really afraid of my joints being damaged any further.  The percentages with or without Tamoxifen do not seem that different, and in view of my age, I'm not sure if I can see any future benefits. ... View more

Hi everyone   My first five days of radiotherapy are over and two more weeks to go - ending on 16th November.  So far so good, but I am dreading getting sore - which seems to be common.  It's been ok so far - I've got a friend driving me, so I'm not getting too tired.  And my appointments are all at the same time, and I usually get seen on time.Can't wait for all to be over though, and move on with my life!!!! ... View more