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I was diagnosed with stage 1 IDC in the fall of 2020

January 25, 2024
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According to the knowledge base:

- Evista (Raloxifene) is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used to help prevent the development of invasive breast cancer in postmenopausal women at high risk
- Common side effects include:
- Hot flashes
- Leg cramps and swelling
- Flu syndrome
- Joint pain
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According to the knowledge base:

- Evista (Raloxifene) is a selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) used to help prevent the development of invasive breast cancer in postmenopausal women at high risk.
- Common side effects include:
- Hot flashes
- Leg cramps and swelling
- Flu syndrome
- Joint pain
- Increased sweating

- Serious risks include:
- Life-threatening blood clots in the legs or lungs
- Stroke
- Cardiovascular disease
- Liver impairment
- Increased triglycerides

- Immediate medical attention is required if you experience:
- Swelling, warmth, pain, redness, or tenderness in the legs
- Fast heart rate
- Coughing up blood
- Chest pain that worsens with deep breaths
- Trouble breathing or sudden shortness of breath
- Hives

Evista is not used to treat breast cancer that has already developed or to prevent recurrence in women who have had the disease before.

July 23, 2024

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