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Can Liposuction Remove Estrogen-Storing Fat Cells After Breast Cancer Treatment?

DR

Community Member

6 months ago

I’m serious when I ask this question. Has anyone considered liposuction after lumpectomy and radiation? I was told I had to a aromatese inhibitor. That means the estrogen in my fat cells won’t be released and I’ll gain wait. I’m more concerned about the estrogen in my fat cells.. does liposuction get rid of all those cells? Please - only serious answers/advice

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This is a thoughtful question about managing estrogen levels after breast cancer treatment. While liposuction can remove fat cells from specific areas, it's important to discuss this approach with your oncology team, as they can best evaluate how it might fit into your overall treatment plan and whether it would effectively address your specific concerns about estrogen storage. Your medical team will have the most complete picture of your situation and can help you explore all available options for managing estrogen levels while on aromatase inhibitors.

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KB

Community Member

6 months ago

Don’t know about liposuction. I’ve been on an aromatase inhibitor, anastrozole, for 7 months and i have lost 3 pounds.

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HH

Community Member

6 months ago

Anastrozole this one is pretty good consult with your doctor least side effects but medication work differently with different people DNA. But no issues. take for 5 to 10 years

HH

Community Member

6 months ago

Don't forget your vitamin D levels. 50,000 IU if needed it's your hematologist

CA

Community Member

6 months ago

Donna,I thought about doing some liposuction to reduce little stubborn fatty areas but I'm waiting till I feel better.

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DR

Community Member

6 months ago

Thanks Cat.

SB

Community Member

6 months ago

I am on Letrozole for over 6 months. Have not gained any weight. No diet , eat lots.

PM

Community Member

6 months ago

I have lost weight since taking anastrozole. 15# slow weight loss. I also am doing IF and eating pretty much what I want but in a window. Bi also am not having any alcohol. I used to be a social drinker and had a few drinks in the evening. Bad habit. I don’t think the 5 mg dose of Anastrozole for me is large enough for my body to be affected.

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

This is a thoughtful question about managing estrogen levels after breast cancer treatment. While liposuction can remove fat cells from specific areas, it's important to discuss this approach with your oncology team, as they can best evaluate how it might fit into your overall treatment plan and whether it would effectively address your specific concerns about estrogen storage. Your medical team will have the most complete picture of your situation and can help you explore all available options for managing estrogen levels while on aromatase inhibitors.

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