Joint pain/stiffness

Hi Sunnyshe, I have been on Letrozole for the past year, and unfortunately I still have the joint pain and stiffness. I started Yoga which really helps, exercise or even walking also. I am sitting for most of the day in work which doesn’t help so I make sure to get up every so often. It takes a bit of getting used to but it is keeping safe so keep that at the forefront of your mind. I hope the appointment with your oncologist goes well x

Hi Sunnyshe,

Thank you for posting to the online community.

I am sorry to read that you are having joint pain and stiffness from your letrozole treatment. This can be a common side effect of this medication but can settle over time. I would recommend that you contact your oncology team to highlight this so it can be reviewed when you attend for your appointment. I have attached some information on Joint Pain here and ways to manage it.

If you would like to speak with a cancer nurse regarding this you can contact our supportline on 1800 200 700, Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm.

Kind regards,

Cancer Nurse

hi there.
I have been on letrozole for over a year now and the first 6 months were pretty awful. pain so bad in my feet it felt like my bones were broken and put back badly. But a god send has been a supplement of Glucosamine and Chondroitin. But it takes 3 months on it before u notice a change for the better. I used to be like an old woman getting up from my chair but that has lessened. I also from the get go....after doing some research...demanded that my pharmacy provide me with the original Femara rather than a generic version as the original is said to have less side effects. I would also advise that u walk a bit if possible as that also helps with the stiffness and pain. I hope u are doing well. hugs. x. J