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My Periods Returned Post Chemo
I was 43 at time of diagnosis and was pre-menopausal. My periods stopped with chemo but started back up again about 4 months after chemo ended. I was strongly ER+ (90%); Her2+++; and 4 nodes pos. I was told that aromatase inhibitors are better than Tamoxifen for Her2+ gals but that you have to be post-menopausal for it to work. So when my periods came back I took Zoladex for a couple of months to suppress my ovaries so I could still take Arimidex. Since I knew I didn't want any more kids and since I didn't like the Zoladex shots that are given in the belly once a month, I had my ovaries removed in March of this year (which was a truly no big deal surgery for me). I enjoy knowing that I am now truly post-menopausal and that I am getting the best protection from Arimidex that is possible for me.
I know you are quite a bit younger and that this may not be an attractive option for you but I hope this helps.
Stay well.
Cynthia
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