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Being a diabetic, why was I started on Evista?

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Published At July 19, 2016
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Hi doctor,

I am a type 1 diabetic. I have been prescribed Evista as I have precancerous cells in my breasts. I have had multiple biopsies done in the past 5 years and they were always benign. I am concerned about the harsh side effects of Evista. I cannot sit for extended periods of time as blood clots may occur and also I have an increased chance to get stroke being diabetic. Now, I am retired and not as active as I used to be. Please help.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you may feel anxious about the multiple medications and their potential side effects. However, it's important to note that you need to continue taking Evista (Raloxifene) due to the presence of precancerous cells that could progress to invasive breast cancer and have a significant impact on your health. When starting any therapy, we carefully evaluate the risk-benefit ratio. There may be a chance of developing stroke due to Evista, but there will be a definite risk of developing invasive breast cancer in view of precancerous cells if you do not take it. To mitigate the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or stroke, it is advisable to maintain regular physical activity and consider using Baby Aspirin, which can help decrease the chances of stroke. Additionally, if feasible, consulting your specialist doctor about incorporating a statin into your treatment plan would be beneficial. I recommend discussing this suggestion with your healthcare provider for further guidance.

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Dr. Naresh Kumar M.
Dr. Naresh Kumar M.

Internal Medicine

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