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What Causes Invasive Lobular Carcinoma?
I was diagnosed with invasive lobular carcinoma 3 years ago. I had bilateral mastectomies and was given Arimidex. I am also seeing a naturopathic oncologist and he has me taking 12 mg Coriolus (powdered Mushrooms) per day. Research has shown that mushrooms are a natural aromatase inhibitor. I also take 5000 iu of D-3 daily and grape seed extract. I am just wondering how necessary the arimidex is considering all the side effects.
Tue, 27 Jan 2015
Actually, the only scientifically proven treatment that you are taking at present is Arimidex. The rest, including the naturopathy is all experimental and unproven. I am assuming that your estrogen and/or progesterone receptor status was positive. It is mandatory then that you take this drug non-stop for 5 years. Please do not omit this drug as it is the only thing that is preventing your cancer from returning
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