Connect with others who understand.

  •   Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  •   Real advice from people who’ve been there
  •   People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
All Resources Treatments A-Z Personal Assistant Help Center Crisis
Powered By
Real members of MyBCTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

I came off my bio-identical hormones and my hot flashes (after 4 weeks) have started up like a storm anyone else experiencing this?

A MyBCTeam Member asked a question 💭
Atlanta, GA
February 25, 2025
 · 
Reactions
A MyBCTeam Member

@A MyBCTeam Member yes with using the Aromatase Inhibitor drugs takes your estrogen away...I'm on Letrozole basically since 2021.
What I have found that WORKS with the blessing of my Medical Oncologist is:
Estroven Complete which is Estrogen FREE a Rhubarb extract product. Sold at Sams Club (Has a 3-month package)for a cheaper price than Walmart. Love it! No more HOT FLASHES

February 26, 2025 (edited)
A MyBCTeam Member

Thank you. I thought it was weird they didn’t start until a month after I stopped

February 25, 2025
A MyBCTeam Member

I had hot flashes for the same reason after I came off mine. I had them about 2 months and haven't had them since, except an occasional night sweat session. I hope it gets better for you as it did for me.

February 25, 2025
MyBCTeam

Hot flashes are a very common experience when hormone levels change. Many breast cancer patients report experiencing intense hot flashes and night sweats, especially when starting or stopping hormone-related treatments.

One MyBCTeam member found relief from hot flashes using medications like venlafaxine (Effexor), noting Show Full Answer

Hot flashes are a very common experience when hormone levels change. Many breast cancer patients report experiencing intense hot flashes and night sweats, especially when starting or stopping hormone-related treatments.

One MyBCTeam member found relief from hot flashes using medications like venlafaxine (Effexor), noting significant improvement within a few months of starting treatment. This could be something to discuss with your healthcare provider as a management option. There are several ways to help manage hot flashes, but it's important to discuss any treatment changes with your cancer care team first. They may be able to suggest specific strategies or medications to help reduce the frequency and intensity of your hot flashes while ensuring your breast cancer treatment remains effective.

February 25, 2025

Related Questions

View All

Quick poll: frequency of hot flashes on letrozole

A MyBCTeam Member asked a question 💭
Burlington, VT
May 8, 2021

Radiation

A MyBCTeam Member asked a question 💭
January 27, 2021

The Hardest Part: How I Told My Kids About My Metastatic Breast Cancer Diagnosis
4 Tips That Helped Me Recover After My Mastectomy (VIDEO)
The Most Common Reasons You’re Recalled After a Mammogram