What to expect with neoadjuvant endocrine therapy for breast cancer?

Neoadjuvant endocrine therapy can be an effective approach for hormone receptor-positive breast cancer, and it's completely natural to want to learn more about what lies ahead. This community has many members who have walked similar paths and can offer valuable insights about managing treatment side effects, maintaining daily routines, and preparing both practically and emotionally for this phase of care.

I am also on this path. I haven't started the treatment yet my appointment is on the 2nd. I'm actually very confused about the time frame that they want to use this treatment before surgery so I'm curious if anyone else has ever gone through this.

I’m on Anastrozole and I don’t like the side effects but it’s a personal choice between quality of life or possibility quantity of life. Each person if different on their tolerance of hormone blockers. I experience joint pain, stomach issues and sometimes emotional distress. It is like going through menopause. There are several hormone blockers so if one doesn’t work your Doctor can change your med.