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Can Exemestane Affect Pancreatic Function?
I have type 2 diabetes. l have had a small invasive ductile cancer removed. The doctor said I have a 10%chance of getting another one and put me on Exemestane. Will this affect the pancreas s production of insulin? I am taking medicine to increase the amount of insulin I have.
Thu, 11 Apr 2019
Hello,
Exemestane is an anti-estrogen hormonal therapy used to lessen the chances of recurrence of ER-positive breast Cancer. Yes, it increases the risk of Diabetes and morbidities associated with Diabetes.
So a proper balance between anti-estrogen therapy and diabetic medications along with a well-balanced lifestyle and dietary habits is needed.
You can further follow me up with detailed reports and case summaries for advice.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ashish Ranjan, General & Family Physician
Exemestane is an anti-estrogen hormonal therapy used to lessen the chances of recurrence of ER-positive breast Cancer. Yes, it increases the risk of Diabetes and morbidities associated with Diabetes.
So a proper balance between anti-estrogen therapy and diabetic medications along with a well-balanced lifestyle and dietary habits is needed.
You can further follow me up with detailed reports and case summaries for advice.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ashish Ranjan, General & Family Physician
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