Is Joint Pain Common with Exemestane?

I’ve been on Exemestine for 6 years and I also but I get on and off joint pain.

Hi Carol, I’m on that as well since October too, and yes joint pain is a side effect. There’s always something 😢

I’m on it too, 8 months so far, and I am supposed to take it for a total of 5 years. I have joint and bone pain, and I’m told it is common. I supplement with vitamin D and my bones have been okay so far. When the pain is really bad, I get off my feet, which helps some. My heart beat has been irregular and I feel it in my chest, but I had an echocardiogram, and I was told it was okay. I’m going to continue taking the Exemestane, and hope that these symptoms don’t get worse, and so far, so good. These medications aren’t easy on the body, but cancer isn’t either.

I took it for 5 years. I,too, had bad joint pain in the knees. Walking turned out to be a Godsend for me. It doesn’t have to be a fast pace, but the movement really does help. It’s been 7 years now and I’ve been off the med for two. Knees feel great but I still walk to this day. It helps with the extra pounds that exemestane causes.

Thank you for the feedback everyone, it helps to know we're not alone.

Yes, thank you! Two years in with exemestane and joint pain is a problem. I try to take 5 days in a row and on a day hoping for relief.

I meant skip a day.

Joint pain is a frequently reported side effect with exemestane, and many people in the breast cancer community have shared similar experiences with this medication. It's always worth discussing any new or worsening symptoms with your healthcare team, as they can help determine the best approach for managing side effects while continuing your treatment plan.