How I'm SLEEPING & FEELING after 7 Months on TAMOXIFEN | Tamoxifen Vlog | Breast Cancer Journey

In my experience on Tamoxifen, some side effects get better with time... while others get worse. This month I was surprised to notice a change in my ability to sleep and general mood. If you are experiencing something similar to me know that you aren't alone, and it isn't your fault. I hope this helps you in some way🌷.
Note: Medication effects everyone differently so you may not have the same experience as me
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You are not alone💕
Sincerely,
Chelsey
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*The content of this video simply shares my personal experience and what I've learned through it; therefore it should in NO WAY be substituted for any medical or professional advice.
I highly recommend doing your own research, and following the recommendations of your personal medical care team *

[@allthecoloursyoucantsee9907]

No matter how much sleep I get I am still exhausted and want to stay in a dark safe environment. You have explained how I am feeling, I am in month 6-7 now. This is really interesting to hear. Thank you for sharing.

[@melissadelrosario2115]

Yesssss you’ve put into words exactly how I’m feeling and I’m month 9. It’s hard to imagine the next five years being this tired. Surviving cancer all I wanted was to take life ON and live it. I feel disappointed that now I don’t have the energy for any of it. Going to check my iron and vitamin D levels with my doc to see if that will help.

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you for sharing🙏❤🙏! I'm am sorry to hear you are feeling the same way. That is such a great idea to check your iron and vit D levels! I hope that leads to being able to find a solution or at least feeling a little less tired! I so resonate with wanting to take on life post cancer and feeling discouraged with how the medication makes me feel. I hope this is a phase of the Tamoxifen journey that passes with time🙏. Sending so much love and positive vibes your way💫💕✨!

[@adele8222]

Thank you for your videos! I’m 44 and was just diagnosed with very early estrogen positive breast cancer less than a month ago. So I’m still in the consult phase before having surgery next month. I already know they want to put me on tamoxifen and I am terrified of it from what I’ve heard. Also kind of dreading radiation! But I really appreciate videos like these as I don’t really know anyone personally who has gone through this. I’m glad you all take the time to make them 😊

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Sending much love your way💕💕. If there is anything you are curious about that I could possibly share my experience on please done hesitate to ask. You've got this💪! Sending many positive vibes, as well as continued strength and resilience your way✨🌱💫

[@kristirichards2249]

Just as always sending positive vibes. I think you're amazing. Happiest of holidays to you and your family. ❤

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you so so much❤❤!!! You are so kind! Sending many positive vibes right back to you! Happy holidays and wishing you all the best in 2024🎊✨

[@kristirichards2249]

@@ChelseyTarnow ♥️

[@annalane8307]

Well done Chelsey. Apathetic is the perfect description. I’m trying to manage my energy and being choosy about how I use my time outside of work. Maybe not a bad thing to slow down generally.

[@ChelseyTarnow]

I love how you said "being choosy about how I spend my time outside of work"... our time is the most precious resource we have. Good on you🙌🌷

[@sueu6263]

I’m taking Anastrozole and it seems side effects change at different times. In March it will be one year I’m on it. I had loss of 20% of hair but thankfully that loss stopped and my hair is now strong, full and normal. Insomnia continues so that hasn’t changed. I have a strange feeling when I eat: the texture of the food feels strange and so does the swallowing , I can’t explain it. I keep sucking candy with me because my mouth is dry all the time. In the middle of the day I feel exhausted but I can’t sleep (and that’s a shame because I’m now retired 😊). I keep on doing my 10,000 steps per day and use my 3lb weights to exercise .

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you for sharing🙏! You are so in tune with your body! I lol'd when you said "that's a shame because I'm now retired"! Naps are such a luxury aren't they?! I hope over time your side effects disappear completely. And good on you for continuing to get your steps in and use your weights💪! Thank you again, sending much love your way💫✨!

[@peternole5083]

Apathetic describes me perfectly right now. Started three days after starting tamoxifin. I'll be considering antidepressants.

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Yes, perfect description. If you end up trying an anti depressant I'd be curious on your thoughts... I haven't yet.

[@peternole5083]

@@ChelseyTarnow absolutely!

[@peternole5083]

@@ChelseyTarnow yes, absolutely! I was taking Prozac prior to my diagnosis but can't now because it interferes with Tamoxifen. I'll be trying them all! I'm also considering TMS.

[@holiheinrich2115]

The apathy and exhaustion could be depression. Tamoxifen cause me severe depression, after 3 years depression i started taking equinovo and its helps get out of depression.

[@anjaelsner4526]

I have taken Equinovo at least 14 month now and it was a game changer for me. 😊

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thank you for letting me know! I really appreciate you sharing what has helped you🙏❤🙏. I may talk to my doctor about options at some point👍

[@ChelseyTarnow]

May I ask what it has helped you with?

[@anjaelsner4526]

@@ChelseyTarnow I had pain in my hands and feet. Muscle and joint pain. My skin and mucous membranes were very dry. Everything got a little better. But it actually also helped me a lot with my exhaustion. This exhaustion was and is the worst thing for me. My energy levels have steadily dropped over the last few years. Unfortunately. But I've got used to it and, above all, I've accepted it. I still have 11 months to go and then I'll be done with my five years of Tamoxifen. Thank you for your Videos. Regards, Anja from Germany 😊❤️🫂

[@Terry-w8q]

Thanks

[@ChelseyTarnow]

Thanks for watching!