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Topic: zoladex and periods

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Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 58
  • Posted on: May 15, 2008 01:14 pm
siona wrote:

Hi

I have been on zoladex and tomoxifen for just over 3 months, and I've just got my period (last one in Feb). Is this normal, or does it mean that the zoladex is not working? Would really appreciate any comment on this

Regards

SIONA


Dx 1/21/2008, IDC, 2cm, Stage II, Grade 1, 1/3 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2-
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duff0015
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May 15, 2008 03:10 pm duff0015 wrote:

Call your doctor.  You should not have a period after month one.  They should check your estradiol, LH and FSH levels too.   Are you getting Zoladex every month or three?  Many feel that the every month shot is better at suppressing ovarian function.  You may want to try Lupron since it has a higher dose.  

Tamoxifen is trying to stimulate the ovaries since estrogen is low (thanks to Zoladex).  Your zoladex treatment may not be enough to keep them suppressed.  

Let us know what the plan is.   Good luck!
siona
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 58
May 15, 2008 11:24 pm siona wrote:

Dear Duff

Thanks so much, will be calling her this morning.

LOVE

SIONA


Dx 1/21/2008, IDC, 2cm, Stage II, Grade 1, 1/3 nodes, ER+/PR-, HER2-

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