Aromatase inhibitors are a recent addition to the breast cancer arsenal and are now being used in place of tamoxifen, an older drug used to block the production of estrogen. Studies suggest the new medications are more effective in preventing a recurrence of the cancer but, given their side effects, tamoxifen might be the better choice for some , I am considering ending my 5 years of taking an aromatase inhibitor for breast cancer. Some say for early stage, no lymph nodes involved, radiation and lumpectomy that 5 years is enough. Others say 7-10. Has anyone had experience with this decision and what was your outcome. Many thanks for your feedback., I am terribly sorry to hear about your neuropathy. For many people on aromatase inhibitors, glucosamine HCI 1500 mg with Chondroitin Sulfate 1200 mg all in a single capsule at nighttime can help. I am wondering whether you may have seen a neurologist? It's possible that physical therapy or some other stimulation may be of help., • The combination of a CDK4/6 inhibitor such as Ibrance (Palbociclib), Kisqali (Ribociclib) or Verzenio (Abemaciclib) with either an Aromatase Inhibitor (Letrozole [Femara], Arimidex [Anastrozole], or Aromasin [Exemestane]) or with Faslodex (Fulvestrant) is the current standard-of-care as initial treatment. • An Aromatase Inhibitor alone., Just a quick heads-up: I was taking milk thistle while on Femara, an Aromatase Inhibitor (AI), and my Naturopathic Oncologist immediately advised me to stop taking it because it could interfere with the efficacy of the liver's ability to process the Femara (sorry, I don't remember the exact specifics)., Aromatase inhibitor-induced arthralgia: a review P. Niravath⇓ + Author Affiliations Medicine Department, Lester & Sue Smith Breast Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston,USA *Correspondence to: Dr P. Niravath, Internal Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, One Baylor Plaza, BCM 660, Houston, TX 77030, USA..