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Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Decreasing Side Effects from Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy in Patients with Stage 0-III Breast Cancer

Trial Status: closed to accrual

This phase II trial studies how well omega-3 fatty acids work in decreasing side effects from aromatase inhibitor therapy in patients with stage 0-III breast cancer. Aromatase inhibitor medications have been shown to be very effective for treating breast cancer, however, some patients have difficulty tolerating the treatment, and some even decide to stop treatment because of the side effects like joint pain and stiffness. Patients taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements may improve symptoms of joint pain and stiffness when taking an aromatase inhibitor. This study is being done to test whether taking omega-3 fatty acid supplement soon after starting an aromatase inhibitor may reduce the likelihood of having bothersome symptoms.