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Breast Cancer (Expert Forum)
pregnancy & tamoxifin(tamoxifen)
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pregnancy & tamoxifin(tamoxifen)
by shaynlbc, Jun 23, 2008 01:13PM
I am 29 yrs old and i am in remission from breast cancer. I have been taking tamoxifin (tamoxifen) since febuary. I want more children,i was wondering can i get prenant while taking it?i know its better to wait but pregnancy is high risk after 35 which ill be in 5 yrs when im done with it.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Jun 23, 2008 03:28PM
, Jun 23, 2008 03:28PM
Dear shaynlbc, It is generally recommended that pregnancy be delayed 2 to 3 years after adjuvant treatment for breast cancer is completed. The delay is not because of the influence of the pregnancy on the cancer, but rather to delay childbearing until after the time of greatest risk of recurrence of the tumor. You should not attempt to get pregnant while on tamoxifen because of unknown risks to the fetus, as well as ability to sustain a pregnancy while on tamoxifen. The decision about discontinuation of tamoxifen in order to attempt pregnancy should be done with input from your oncologist who can discuss with you the risks etc. for your particular situation.
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Be at peace with the 35 thing...I was 35 with my first child, and 37 with my second.
You really need to discuss this with your onc and your OB. The cancer more than your age will be a factor in any future pregnancies. And you may need an RE at that point depending on what effects the Tamoxifen had on your system.
Good luck to you!