In some cases, hormonal therapy is only a part of the treatment you’ll receive.
Depending on the state of your breast cancer, you may undergo targeted therapy that attacks specific weaknesses in the tumors. Surgery may also be necessary to remove the tumors.
Will There Be Side Effects Of The Treatment?
The drugs used in hormonal therapy can come with a variety of side effects. These side effects are typically associated with the class of drug that you’re being prescribed.
The details are best discussed with your doctor but these are some of the issues you can expect.
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Disruption of the menstrual cycle
- Increased risk of blood clots, especially in the lungs and legs
- Stroke
- Cataracts
- Endometrial cancer and uterine sarcoma
- Bone loss
- Mood swings
- Depression
- Loss of libido
- Ovarian suppression
- Increased risk of heart attack, angina, and heart failure