Starting radiotherapy this week

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Hi I was diagnosed following a routine mammogram, had two wide local excisions to get clear margins. My oncotype dx was 19 so I’ve decided not have to have chemo. I start 15 cycles of radiotherapy this week then 10 years of tamoxifen. Are there any supplements I can take alongside tamoxifen to help with the side effects I may have? It seems joint pain and weight gain are common and I don’t relish either to be honest! Hoping someone can offer me advice! Many thanks

  • I've been on  anastrozole for four months. I thought I wouldn't tolerate as had join pains after a couple of weeks and stopped and started it twice. I'm fine now no problems.

    I take a multiple vitamin aimed at joints and bones (off amazon) and magnesium because I think the lack of oestrogen drains the magnesium and onco said it can help with the hot flushes. 

    I haven't put any weight on.but I think it helps to exercise if you can.

    Good luck just persevere and hopefully you will be fine. Xx

  • My oncologist was very definite when she said not to take any over-the-counter medication when on hormone inhibitors, so I would speak to him/her before you try anything.

    Best wishes