arimidex side effects.

[sassy]

Debbie L. said:

"I've seen studies that report they can see "tenosynovial thickening" (or edema) and sometimes more fluid around the joints, on MRI looking for reasons for pain while on AIs."

I like to bring this up when questions about Arimidex side effects come up. My GP has had me on Lasix for several years to address the fluid that increases in the joints. It has made a significant difference in the amount of stiffness I experience. It has not "cured" the symptoms, but certainly an improvement.

At one point I cited a small study that supported this theory as an incidental finding in a study of cancer patients with heart issues using diuretics. The study found that those on AI's using the diuretics seemed to have less issue with joint stiffness.

I recommend discussing this with your onc and/or GP. For most, I would think giving it a try would not pose any problems and might prove helpful.

[v-ness]

how soon did side effects kick in on Arimidex? i just started it last week after my onco had me do a bone density test. i don't feel anything different as of yet, and hope it continues that way. already aching from 2 yrs of tamoxifen.