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Does Intake Of Letrozole Cause Extreme Bloating And Discomfort?

I am a survivor of breast cancer-2 yrs-and very blessed! I am to take letrozole another 3 yrs....for the last month, I have been so bloated and uncomfortable! I ve always watched my diet and eat good for me foods/occasionally dessert. Is it letrozole causing this?
Mon, 20 Jun 2016
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Hi, welcome to HCM.

Guessing from your question you look like a real fighter. You are correct in making the association between letrozole and your symptoms. Letrozole is known to cause nausea and constipation in more than 10% of people who use it, however it can also cause diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain and loss of apetite in 1-10% of people using it.

I would recommend to visit your physician so that she/he can review the dosage of letrozole and rule out other causes of these symptoms.

I hope I answered your question. Please feel free to ask if you have any other questions. Have a nice day.

Sincerely,
Dr. Waqas Hayat
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Does Intake Of Letrozole Cause Extreme Bloating And Discomfort?

Hi, welcome to HCM. Guessing from your question you look like a real fighter. You are correct in making the association between letrozole and your symptoms. Letrozole is known to cause nausea and constipation in more than 10% of people who use it, however it can also cause diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain and loss of apetite in 1-10% of people using it. I would recommend to visit your physician so that she/he can review the dosage of letrozole and rule out other causes of these symptoms. I hope I answered your question. Please feel free to ask if you have any other questions. Have a nice day. Sincerely, Dr. Waqas Hayat