I had a lumpectomy and am currently on Tamoxifen. I was told the same as
Joicy, that taking it any longer than 5 years shows no improved benefits.
It is supposed to be beneficial to help ward off osteoporosis. I don't know
of any other cancers it would help but a possible side effect is
endometrial cancer, as well as others, so I would not recommend taking it
any longer than is necessary. She should check with her doctor.
Christine
At 06:55 PM 23/05/98 EDT, you wrote:
>My friend has had her breast removed fifteen years ago and she has been under
>treatment with Tamoxiphen for a few (5 or 6) years now. Is there any risk to
>continue taking it more than a certain period of time?
>
>Can taking Tamoxiphen be helpful for her to prevent other types of cancer?
>
>Thank you for your response.
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