Auriculotherapy And Phytotherapy Used in Cancer Treatment
Auriculotherapy or ear acupuncture is a therapy based on the piling of needles in the ear. Its historical roots date back to classical antiquity of Mediterranean people, Hippocrates, the father of Western medicine, described the scarifications of the posterior ear against sexual impotence and treat sciatica. And again, Galen described the therapeutic use of scarifications in some diseases of the ear. Auriculotherapy is based on the principles of conventional medicine and Western uses of specific points of the ear that correspond to somatotopic areas distant parts of the body, such as the stomach, the muscles of the spine, and so on. By insertion of needles or other stimuli can cause reflexes that induce stimulation of neurogenic type in organs and tissues of the human body. In this discipline the therapeutic concept of the disease remains the same medicine, the only thing that changes is the way of doing therapy, then gastritis or gallstones are the same disease described in the treaties of Medicine officer, have nothing to do with particular beliefs or philosophies, and the same condition is given the same treatment.
The acupoint used to treat nausea in all these diseases is always the same and does not vary according to personality the patient’s eating habits, etc. Scientific research in this field is developing rapidly, although at the moment auriculotherapy in cancer patients has proved especially useful for pain treatment.
Phytotherapy deserves a separate mention because herbal medicine is the discipline that comes closest to the natural conventional medicine as it is based of course on the use of chemicals present in plants, with organic farming activities. Besides, just think that 30 – 40% of conventional drugs derived from herbal substances. Herbal medicine is the medical discipline so using medicinal plants and derivatives in prevention and treatment of diseases, in relation to the pharmacological properties of chemical constituents present in the plant, or better in the preparation used. It does not follow diagnostic or therapeutic methods different from those of scientific medicine. The medicinal plant, so it can simply be considered, a container of chemicals, sometimes isolated and used as such in therapy, in other cases the source of raw material for the production of drugs or as a basis for the production of herbal medicines themselves. Herbal medicine is a discipline particularly promising for the cure cancer, both as a preventive measure or as a complementary therapy to chemo and radiotherapy or surgery. It is used as an immunostimulant, for treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and radiodermatitis and to combat certain symptoms such as fatigue, depression, constipation, etc.
There are also many studies that confirm the pre-clinical anticancer activities of substances present of many plants. The substances of plant origin may also be toxic, causing serious interactions with pharmaceutical drugs taken concurrently, or be responsible for allergic reactions. For these reasons, suitable extracts must always be used, quality controlled, standardized active ingredients, purified from useless or dangerous, and used only with medical prescription. For example, cancer patients often use honey and aloe smoothies (presented as a miracle cure for cancer!), not knowing that just some substances present in the plant cut the effectiveness of Chemotherapy.
Please consult an oncologist or more than one before you begin a cancer treatment.
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- Apocaps CX Apoptogen Formula for Dogs (90 capsules)
- Hodgkin Lymphoma – Enhanced Edition: Learn What Is Cause, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Health Care (Illustrated)
- 21st Century Adult Cancer Sourcebook: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) including Burkitt Lymphoma and Others – Clinical Data for Patients, Families, and Physicians
- Johns Hopkins Patients’ Guide to Lymphoma
- Dying to Have Known
- Diagnostic Pathology: Lymph Nodes and Spleen with Extranodal Lymphomas: Published by Amirsys
- Lymphoma Survivor: Boxing Cat Women’s Cap Sleeve T Health Women’s Cap Sleeve T-Shirt by CafePress
- Extranodal Lymphomas: Expert Consult – Online and Print, 1e
- Lime Green Ribbon Bear w/ Ribbon (12 Teddy Bears)
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Role of Modified Citrus Pectin in Cancer Treatment Presented at International Oncology Conference
I recently discussed the principles of integrative medicine in oncology and shared the latest research on the role of Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) in the treatment of cancer at an international oncology conference in Rhodes, Greece. This conference, titled “The 16th World Congress on Advances in Oncology and 14th International Symposium on Molecular Medicine,” brought together hundreds of cancer researchers, oncologists and medical professionals from around the world to share the latest information and advancements in the treatment and prevention of cancer. The international event was organized by the International Journal of Oncology, Oncology Reports, International Journal of Molecular Medicine, and Molecular Medicine Reports, and held in Rodos Palace Resort on the island of Rhodes, Greece. The scientific program included presentations by scientists and medical doctors on topics in genetics, immunology, experimental oncology and brain tumors, among others.
For this presentation, I drew upon my 25+ years of experience as an integrative physician and researcher to discuss the energetic and philosophical principles of integrative medicine in oncology and how to apply these principles to cancer prevention and treatment. This included the latest body of research on Modified Citrus Pectin and novel polybotanical formulas in suppressing the growth and proliferation of cancer.
What is Integrative Medicine?
Integrative medicine is a patient-driven, unbiased and individualized form of medicine that combines both conventional and holistic approaches to treat people as a whole, rather than focusing solely on diseases and symptoms. It emphasizes a partnership between the patient and the practitioner in the healing process, to create individualized programs and promote the body’s inherent healing response. In my presentation, I discussed how integrative medicine takes into account the whole person – mind, body and spirit – to integrate both conventional and alternative therapies into uniquely tailored health protocols. True integrative medicine includes treatments and approaches that are synergistically combined for clinical outcome that is greater than the sum of its parts. This can include a combination of conventional drugs, exercise, supplements and nutrition – but it is also the merging of analytical conceptual thinking with a limitless ‘non-conceptual’ open-mindedness where anything is possible. Such a balance paves the way to true healing.
Research on Modified Citrus Pectin and Polybotanicals
I shared recent research on the role of Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) and polybotanicals in the treatment of cancer, and explained specifically how MCP directly attacks cancer by binding to galectin-3 molecules (“sticky” surface molecules that promote angiogenesis and metastasis) and blocking their harmful effects, so cancer cells cannot spread and grow.
Over the last decade, a large body of peer-reviewed research has revealed that many of our most serious health concerns are associated with elevated levels of galectin-3 molecules. Modified Citrus Pectin – derived from citrus peels – is the only proven natural galectin-3 inhibitor and thus offers a powerful and all-natural way to address elevated galectin-3 for cancer, metastasis, and other chronic life threatening illnesses.
How Does MCP Work?
Food-grade pectin is a complex carbohydrate, a soluble form of fiber, and is not digested by humans. However, when citrus pectin is modified to reduce the length of the fiber chains and the amount of bulky cross-linking side groups, it can be made absorbable. As a result, MCP enters the circulatory system and reaches targeted areas of the body. MCP is structurally a poly galacturonic acid fiber, made up of glactose subunits, which has been shown to suppress cancer growth and metastases in multiple preclinical and clinical studies. In prostate cancer patients, MCP has been shown to increase the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) doubling time, and has also been shown to increase the quality of life in people with advanced stage cancers of multiple types of solid tumors. The anticancer effects are attributed to MCP being a natural ligand for galectin-3 molecules, inhibiting the over-expressed galectin-3 molecules that are present on the surface of cancer cells and circulating in the blood. Galectin-3 has been implicated in multiple pathological processes including abnormal proliferation, angiogenesis, apoptosis, inflammation and fibrosis.
I also presented recent research on the successful treatment of highly invasive, hormone-dependent and independent prostate and breast cancer cells using MCP, a novel poly-botanical formula for prostate cancer and another formula for breast cancer. These combinations significantly further enhanced inhibition of the invasive behavior of breast and prostate cancer cells, respectively. I concluded my presentation with an explanation of the role of the botanical extract Honokiol, and its synergistic effects in combination with polybotanicals, chemotherapy agents and MCP for the treatment of cancer.
Recommended Reading
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- Non-Hodgkin – Free Book
- Apocaps CX Apoptogen Formula for Dogs (90 capsules)
- Hodgkin Lymphoma – Enhanced Edition: Learn What Is Cause, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Health Care (Illustrated)
- 21st Century Adult Cancer Sourcebook: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) including Burkitt Lymphoma and Others – Clinical Data for Patients, Families, and Physicians
- Johns Hopkins Patients’ Guide to Lymphoma
- Dying to Have Known
- Diagnostic Pathology: Lymph Nodes and Spleen with Extranodal Lymphomas: Published by Amirsys
- Lymphoma Survivor: Boxing Cat Women’s Cap Sleeve T Health Women’s Cap Sleeve T-Shirt by CafePress
- Extranodal Lymphomas: Expert Consult – Online and Print, 1e
- Lime Green Ribbon Bear w/ Ribbon (12 Teddy Bears)
- lymph nodes
Lymphoma in Dogs – Pros and Cons of Lymphoma Treatment
Dog lymphoma is a cancer of lymphocytes or white blood cells. It is a common type cancer that affects the lymphatic system in dogs.
Lymphoma symptoms in dogs
The specific symptoms are determined by the type of lymphoma in dogs. The most common type develops as lumps or swollen lymph glands on the neck, legs and shoulders. There is no pain or discomfort in the early stages. The enlarged lymph nodes are usually discovered by accident.
Other less common types of dog lymphoma affect the digestive tract, thymus glands or skin. The symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, tiredness, breathing difficulty, lesions on skin and loss of appetite.
In the advanced stages of lymphoma, the general symptoms include weight loss, anemia, loss of appetite and weakness. As the lymph circulates throughout the body, other organs such as the spleen, liver and bone marrow can be affected. If left untreated, dogs with lymphoma have a life expectancy of 4-6 weeks following diagnosis.
Dog lymphoma treatment
Lymphoma in dogs can be treated with chemotherapy, prednisone therapy and blood stem cell transplant.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is the main treatment for lymphoma in dogs. With this treatment, more than 80% of dogs will go into remission for at least 12 months. The numerous chemotherapy protocols are either multi-agent or single-agent.
Multi-agent chemotherapy involves a combination of drugs given orally or by injections. It is more effective than single-agent chemotherapy and produces longer remission. However, toxicity and the risk of unwanted side effects are higher as more drugs are used. This type of chemotherapy requires greater time commitment and bigger expense.
Single-agent chemotherapy protocol uses one chemotherapy drug. It is less toxic and costly than multi-agent chemotherapy. Any adverse side effect is attributed to the single drug, so a different drug can be used instead. As it is less effective than multi-agent chemotherapy, the first remission period is shorter, about 7 months.
The duration of remission and choice of chemotherapy protocols depend on the primary location of tumor, lymphoma stage, overall health of dog at the beginning of treatment and any changes in organ function. Most dogs respond to chemotherapy with minimal (if any) side effects. The common side effects are nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, tiredness, hair loss and slow hair growth. Serious side effects are rare and only seen in 5-10% of dogs.
Prednisone therapy
Lymphoma in dogs can be treated with prednisone (corticosteroid) where chemotherapy is not recommended. Chemotherapy can be costly, so some pet owners choose prednisone therapy instead. Dogs given prednisone experience significant improvement in the short term and can lead a more comfortable life. Although sick, they eat, move and feel better while undergoing prednisone therapy.
Although prednisone therapy is inexpensive, it is not as effective as chemotherapy. Remission is short, about 2-3 months with possible side effects. Prednisone therapy should not be carried out prior to chemotherapy as it reduces the effectiveness of the latter.
Blood stem cell transplant
Stem cells are harvested from bone marrow. Only stem cells that are free from cancer are reintroduced into the dog after it has undergone total body radiation to kill of remaining cancer cells in the body.
Although this treatment raises the survival rate significantly, it is very expensive.
Your vet can advise you on the most suitable lymphoma treatment for your dog. You want to consider the costs, time commitment, life span and your dog’s comfort in deciding whether to proceed with treatment.
Recommended Reading
- lymphatic cancer
- Non-Hodgkin – Free Book
- Apocaps CX Apoptogen Formula for Dogs (90 capsules)
- Hodgkin Lymphoma – Enhanced Edition: Learn What Is Cause, Risk Factors, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Health Care (Illustrated)
- 21st Century Adult Cancer Sourcebook: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) including Burkitt Lymphoma and Others – Clinical Data for Patients, Families, and Physicians
- Johns Hopkins Patients’ Guide to Lymphoma
- Dying to Have Known
- Diagnostic Pathology: Lymph Nodes and Spleen with Extranodal Lymphomas: Published by Amirsys
- Lymphoma Survivor: Boxing Cat Women’s Cap Sleeve T Health Women’s Cap Sleeve T-Shirt by CafePress
- Extranodal Lymphomas: Expert Consult – Online and Print, 1e
- Lime Green Ribbon Bear w/ Ribbon (12 Teddy Bears)
- lymph nodes
Cancer Treatment
It’s a well known fact that there is no fail-proof or definitive cancer treatment for most types of cancer. Unavailability of cancer treatment is what makes cancer so dreaded.
Cancer treatment and research
There have been improvements in cancer treatment techniques that are being used and some new cancer treatment techniques have yielded good results; however, there is nothing like a complete cure for most types of cancer.
Cancer treatment – old and new methods
Apart from these cancer treatment methods, there are other cancer treatment procedures that are being put to use quite effectively – one such cancer treatment is the use of Tamoxifen in hormone based cancer treatment.
Cancer treatment, prevention and detection
With regards to cancer detection, the most important thing is to increase your knowledge about cancer, cancer symptoms, cancer treatment etc.
Proton Therapy for Cancer: A New Technology Brief
Discussion of how proton therapy works, some limits of the current knowledge base about its use, and directions for additional research.
Radiation Therapy and You: Support for People With Cancer
Information about what to expect during radiation therapy, including the general effects of treatment and how to deal with specific side effects.
What To Know About Brachytherapy (A Type of Internal Radiation Therapy)
An easy-to-read fact sheet that helps radiation therapy patients understand brachytherapy, a type of internal radiation therapy.
What To Know About External Beam Radiation Therapy
An easy-to-read fact sheet that helps radiation therapy patients understand external beam radiation therapy.
Types of Treatment
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy and You: Support for People With Cancer Information about what to expect during chemotherapy and what patients can do to take care of themselves during and after treatment.
Chemotherapy Side Effects Fact Sheets
Chemotherapy fact sheets with clear medical advice from doctors and nurses, and practical tips from patients to help you manage side effects.
Radiation Therapy Side Effects Fact Sheets
Radiation therapy fact sheets that help patients understand their treatment and manage side effects. The fact sheets (also available in audio) have patient testimonials, tips from healthcare providers, and questions to ask providers.
Radiation Therapy and Side Effects – Audio Files
A list of a series of audio interviews on topics related to side effects of radiation therapy.
Surgery
A fact sheet that describes cryosurgery, the technique of using extreme cold to treat tumors. Lists the indications, risks, benefits, and side effects of cryotherapy.
Cancer Treatment Centers
The medical term for cancer is malignant neoplasm. Diagnosis of cancer typically requires obtaining a tissue specimen from the patient by a doctor. If you’re diagnosed with a form of cancer then you certainly want to contact a cancer treatment center through your doctor and obtain the treatment that is right for you. Cancer research occurs all the time. This help to enable the development of new cancer treatments. Clinical trials by treatment centers of new cancer treatments on patients is performed when warranted. Cancer treatment centers are located in the majority of metropolitan areas. The treatment centers normally provide research treatment options to participating cancer patients in the center’s research studies.
The cancer treatment centers provide professional care and support to the cancer patient. By doing some research by the patient or patient’s representative, a cancer treatment center can be located that provides traditional and non-traditional treatment as desired by the cancer patient.
All cancer treatment centers, whether public or private, wants to provide the appropriate care and support to each cancer patient and their family. Depending on the cancer patient’s situation, the treatment center can be a private facility and does not have to be a sterile hospital environment.
Treatment of Lymphoma and the Risks of Relapse
The treatment of lymphatic cancer comprises a wide variety of immunosuppressant medications as well as a series of specific cancer therapies. Patients with lymphoma are often prescribed combination treatments, receiving carefully established doses of cancer medications according to age, gender and more important, the type of lymphatic cancer and its stage of progression. Under-treatment of lymphoma has been recently identified as a significant cause of relapse among lymphoma sufferers. Although the doses of lymphatic cancer medications can be slightly adjusted over the period of administration, under-treatment of lymphatic cancer should be avoided at all costs.
Paradoxically, fast progressing Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma subtypes, as well as Hodgkin’s Disease are more curable than slower progressing lymphomas. If the treatment is delayed, prematurely stopped or prescribed in the wrong doses, the risks of relapse are considerably increased and the afflicted patients rarely respond to re-treatment.
Recent studies conducted in randomly chosen medical establishments nationwide have revealed very disturbing facts regarding the treatment of lymphoma patients: around 50 percent of patients with highly curable forms of lymphoma cancers receive considerable dose reductions during chemotherapy. The initially decided doses of medications shouldn’t be reduced unless the patients with lymphoma are confronted with severe side-effects.
Outsmart Your Cancer: Alternative Non-Toxic Treatments That Work (Second Edition) – With Audio CD Transcript
by: Tanya Harter Pierce
publisher: Thoughtworks Publishing, published: 2009-08-01
ASIN: B004DL0LCY
sales rank: 65948
This well-written book details safe, alternative cancer treatments that are obtainable NOW. It clearly explodes the myths about alternative cancer treatments and explains why non-toxic methods are often more effective than conventional toxic ones.
Dr. W. John Diamond, co-author of An Alternative Medicine Definitive Guide to Cancer, wrote: “If you want to consider using alternative and complementary medicine for yourself or a loved one’s cancer, this is the book to read first!”
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Outsmart Your Cancer not only provides some of the best alternative treatment information on the market, but also provides the reader with chapters about other key issues for recovering from cancer as well. One of these enlightening chapters is a one-of-a-kind presentation on the dangers of hormone-blocking drugs given to men for prostate cancer and why those drugs may reduce a man’s chances for recovery, rather than improve them. The book is also the definitive source of information for the amazing liquid cancer treatment called Protocel, which has produced countless incredible recoveries over the past twenty years, many of which were achieved by people with stage four cancer who were given NO hope by conventional medicine!
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A written transcript of the Audio CD that comes with the paperback book is included with this Kindle Edition. The transcript includes a discussion by the author and also presents twelve ordinary people describing how they “outsmarted” their cancer using one or more of the approaches in the book. Incredible real-life cases presented in this inspiring transcript include recoveries from:
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And many more real-life recoveries from other types of cancer are presented in the book!
In this book, readers will learn about the top 21 alternative approaches to cancer and how to use them for best results. The bulk of the book is about non-toxic treatments available to cancer patients who want to avoid toxic treatments such as chemotherapy, but extra valuable information is also presented, such as:
* An explanation of the unique characteristics common to all cancer cells that can be exploited to “outsmart” cancer.
* What women need to know about their hormones and cancer and whether they should take hormone-blocking drugs like Tamoxifen or not.
* What men need to know about prostate cancer, testosterone, and the PSA, and why taking hormone-blocking drugs such as Lupron or Casodex can actually make their chances for a complete recovery worse.
* How to evaluate mainstream conventional treatments (surgery, chemotherapy and radiation) and what specific questions to ask your oncologist about the treatment being recommended to you.
* The most comprehensive presentation of any book on the market for the remarkable liquid formula called PROTOCEL®: Its history, how it works, and how to use it properly plus a plethora of inspiring testimonials from people who successfully used PROTOCEL®.
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