Hi All
Has anyone developed tinnitus when taking Tamoxifen? I'm only on day 5 of taking the tablet but the ringing in my ears is horrible, I've also got a muzzy head that neither paracetamol nor ibuprofen can shift.
Hugs to everyone here
Jo
Hi Jopar73 welcome to the forum..I've not heard of thus before but some of the other folks on here may be able to answer more fully. I was on Letrozole but only remember the boney pain. I'm wondering if it's possible that you could be developing a bug which has co-incided with starting Tamoxifen. Either way I would have a chat with your Doctor and highlight how you are feeling to them.
I have developed tinnitus since going on Anastrozole. I’m sure I remember another thread here about tinnitus and hormone treatment a while ago. Another annoying side effect! Xx
And if you Google tinnitus and low oestrogen, lots of references to this in relation to menopause. And since hormone treatments can cause menopausal symptoms (in my case a lot worse than my actual menopause) I guess there’s your answer. Xx
Christ ! I thought it was just me! Yes ! Three years on Tamoxifen and I have a ringing in my ears all the time . Like a lot of things on this beloved cancer journey I just live with it but would be interested in hearing of any remedies .
penelope x
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