That's a big decision, and it makes complete sense to want to hear from others who've been through it. While specific Lupron experiences shared by MyBCTeam members aren't available here right now, some helpful context can be shared.
Lupron is used as an ovarian suppression treatment, which lowers estrogen levels in Show Full Answer
That's a big decision, and it makes complete sense to want to hear from others who've been through it. While specific Lupron experiences shared by MyBCTeam members aren't available here right now, some helpful context can be shared.
Lupron is used as an ovarian suppression treatment, which lowers estrogen levels in premenopausal women. For ER/PR+ breast cancer, reducing estrogen is key to lowering recurrence risk. When stopping or changing hormonal therapy, there are a few important things to keep in mind:
- Stopping hormonal therapy early can increase recurrence risk significantly
- One study found stopping early nearly doubled recurrence risk in premenopausal women
- Your menopausal status plays a big role in which treatments are appropriate
- Aromatase inhibitors (like Letrozole or Anastrozole) are sometimes used as an alternative, often combined with ovarian suppression
The key is having an open conversation with your oncologist about *why* they're suggesting this change and what, if anything, will replace it. Don't stop any treatment without that discussion first.
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