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Dear DR.LU..........aromasin/exemestane What is this ?

 
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sam52
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PostPosted: Fri Feb 18, 2005 7:51 am    Post subject: Dear DR.LU..........aromasin/exemestane Reply with quote
Hi Dr. Lu!
I have posted on this subject before......but what I am looking for is an answer to a very specific question.....I'm hoping you will be able to help.

Aromasin/exemestane works in a different way from the other aromatase inhibitors; it is both steroidal and its effects are irreversible.Indeed, it is described in some literature as an aromatase inactivator.

My question is - what exactly does it signify that its effects are irreversible? Does this mean that when I stop taking it, the aromatase enzyme will still be inactivated? What implications might this have for my future well-being ?

If you could explain this to me, I would be very grateful.

Sam
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hhmv73a
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PostPosted: Sat Feb 19, 2005 1:58 am    Post subject: re: Reply with quote
Dear Sam,

Although we use hormonal therapy as radiation oncologists, we are not specialized in medical oncology and I am afraid that I am not the best person for this question.
Let me check with one of my colleague before giving you an answer.
Regards,
Jay
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