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alexcc
alexcc CSN Member Posts: 19
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I finished my chemo and had bilateral mastectomy the first of September. I started Arimedex the first of October. Around that time I started feeling sad which confused me. I had to planned to have a party when I was pronounced "cancer free". Now I cant make it through a day without crying. I am also very anxious all of the time. My doctor did put me on an antianxiety med but it doesnt seem to be helping alot. I had a couple of week where I couldn't get out of bed to go to work. (I worked through my whole course of treatment, minus a few sick days). I am now making myself get up and get to work, but it is hard to be productive. Thank goodness my boss is understanding! Any tips on shaking this VERY dark cloud I have over me. This is all so suprising!
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  • jimwins
    jimwins CSN Member Posts: 2,107 Member
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    Arimedex can cause depression
    Hi Alex and welcome to this site.

    I read that one of the lesser side effects of Arimedex is
    depression and mood changes. You should probably discuss
    with your doctor.

    I hope you fell better and feel free to come here and share, vent,
    etc.

    Hugs and positive thoughts,

    Jim
    DX: DLBL 4/2011, Chemo completed 10/2011, currently in remission. :)
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  • alexcc
    alexcc CSN Member Posts: 19
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    jimwins said:

    Arimedex can cause depression
    Hi Alex and welcome to this site.

    I read that one of the lesser side effects of Arimedex is
    depression and mood changes. You should probably discuss
    with your doctor.

    I hope you fell better and feel free to come here and share, vent,
    etc.

    Hugs and positive thoughts,

    Jim
    DX: DLBL 4/2011, Chemo completed 10/2011, currently in remission. :)
    Members are sharing recipes!:
    Recipe Sharing Project

    Thanks
    Thanks Jim.
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