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Hi Mindersue,
I was Stage II also. I was 38 at diagnosis. I had my ovaries removed 3 weeks after my last chemo treatment. I am taking Arimidex for 5 years.
My onc recommended the surgery, even though there is no proven survival benefit. I have three children, and my tumors were strongly hormone receptive. I wanted the most aggressive treatment.
My menopausal symptoms are similar, albeit somewhat less severe, to my chemopause. I have mild night sweats and joint pain. I had trouble with insomnia at first, is better now that I am taking it first thing in the morning. I have not had any sexual side effects, thank goodness. The risks are there for going into menopause at a young age. I am taking fosamax to preserve my bone density.
It is a very personal decision. I know of many women that have severe side effects on the ai's and it affects their quality of life.
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