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2021-09-24 13:51:28
Hi I have been taking tamoxifen 20mg from last 5 years should I continue taking this medicine or should I stop
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If you have no issues so far...u can continue taking  T.Tamoxifen for another 5 years according to latest data.Please make sure u don't  refrain from going for followup Thankyou, Dr Siddharth S MNJIO &RCC Hyderabad
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Tamoxifen can cause loss of bone density hot flushes ..bone mineral density should be looked out if bone symptoms are there

Answered2021-10-07 14:24:38

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There is evidence to continue beyond Ask you oncologist

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New guidelines say you should take for 10 years.
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Also have you been considered for chemical or surgical oopherectomy

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