Hi I'm new to chat, questions about Tamoxifen

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Hi I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer February last year had op in may and started Tamoxifen in October I already had lymphodema on leg and stomach since taking tamoxifen i have gained almost 2stone lymphodeam is so much worse. Has anyone out there had similar 

  • Hi. So sorry you're having these side effects, I think this is quite common.  Have you chatted to your GP to see if they have any advice?  Or you might call the lovely folks here at the Macmillan helpline, on 0800 808 0000, they are available 8am to 8pm every day for support and advice. Best wishes 

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  • Thank you for getting back to me, I went to see my oncologist yesterday she said I can try a different medication.  I am hoping that this will help with wright fain but have ti get intouch with my lymphodema clinic.  I'm really not sure what if anything they will do it seems lymphodema is notvremoved on nhs but I will make appointment to see them.  

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    Margeeb