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health2 years ago•11 min saved

"Overcoming the Brutal Side Effects: A Game-Changing Breast Cancer Drug Offers Promising Preventative Measures"

The NHS recently announced that postmenopausal women in England with a high risk of developing breast cancer would be eligible to take the drug anastrozole, which has been shown to halve their chances of getting the disease for at least five years. However, some women have reported intolerable side effects from the drug, including joint and muscle pains, arthritis, bone pain, vaginal and vulval soreness, dryness, burning, and irritation. While anastrozole is an effective preventative drug, it is important for women to have an open and informed discussion with their healthcare providers to determine if it is the right treatment option for them. Other preventative options include lifestyle changes, regular physical activity, and preventative mastectomy for those at the highest risk.

via Daily Mail|

#anastrozole #breast-cancer #health

health2 years ago•5 min saved

"Overcoming Breast Cancer: A Drug Trial Success Story"

A woman shares her personal experience with breast cancer in her family and her decision to participate in a drug trial for anastrozole, a drug now used for the prevention of breast cancer in women with a family history of the disease. She describes the side effects she experienced during the trial, including menopausal symptoms, and the relief she felt upon completing the trial. Despite potential consequences, she is glad she took part in the trial as it provided her with peace of mind and contributed to research that will help other women in need of the drug.

via The Telegraph|

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health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Breakthrough Cancer Drug Halves Breast Cancer Risk for Thousands of Women"

Starting Tuesday, approximately 289,000 women in England who are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer will have access to Anastrozole, a drug that can reduce their risk by half. This medication will be available to postmenopausal women with a family history of breast cancer at a younger age or multiple relatives who have had the disease. The drug will be taken as a 1mg tablet once a day for five years. The wider availability of this drug is expected to have a significant impact on reducing the risk of breast cancer for those who now have access to it.

via The Guardian|

#anastrozole #breast-cancer #cancer-prevention

health2 years ago•4 min saved

NHS offers preventive breast cancer drug to 300,000 at-risk women

Approximately 289,000 women in England who are at moderate or high risk of developing breast cancer will now have access to anastrozole, a drug that can halve their risk of the disease. This marks a significant advancement in breast cancer prevention. The drug will be available to post-menopausal women with a major family history of breast cancer. Anastrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, works by reducing estrogen levels in the body. While the drug may have side effects, including hot flushes and joint pain, it has the potential to prevent thousands of breast cancer cases. In addition, a new test called WID-qEC has been developed to accurately rule out womb cancer in women with vaginal bleeding, potentially sparing them from painful surgical biopsies.

via The Guardian|

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