Question 1

is there an alternative cure for cancer?

Accepted Answer

No: First of all, cancer is not one disease.  Each type of cancer requires an individualized approach to treatment.  Unfortunately, there is no magic bullet and there are unscrupulous individuals who prey upon the desperation of cancer patients by offering miracle alternative approaches to therapy.

Question 2

is there any alternative medicines to cure cancer?

Accepted Answer

None proven to work: There are no alternative medicines shown to cure cancer.

Question 3

what are some alternatives for shaving your head for cancer?

Accepted Answer

Cut it short: I usually advise against shaving the head because it causes nicks and cuts which can become infected. Also, patients develop folliculitis because of the irritation. Cut it short to make it easier to accept emotionally and make your bed and sink easier to clean.

Question 4

i am curious if cancer alternatives work then how comen't regular doctors tell you about them?

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Good question..: ..But your premise is shaky. Physicians use evidence based medicine, as a rule. Many "alternative" methods are not peer reviewed, and many prey on the vulnerable. If it were proven that eating peach pits would help cure breast cancer, i'd have my patients eat a bowl for breakfast every day. Stay the course with a board certified oncologist. It's your best approach. Good luck.

Question 5

is there an alternative to surgery for cancer in the rectum?

Accepted Answer

See below: Cancers in rectal area are usually treated by a combination of raditaion and chemotherapy with surgery later.

Question 6

for alternative cancer treatments- how to tell if they work?

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Usually they don't: Visit cancer.Org for further guidance

http://www.Cancer.Org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/treatmenttypes/index?Sssourcesiteid=null.

Question 7

has there ever been a cancer cure using alternative medicine?

Accepted Answer

Not really: Most of the treatments offered have failed to  produce a persistent  tumor response.  This included meds from plants like mistletoe still used  in England for metastatic breast cancer.  The one that  had shown some validity was Rivicci's preparation containing Selenium.  It has  been shown that certain metals can suppress tumors such as Platinum .  Selenium has also  been shown to be antitumor.

Question 8

do you know of really alternative forms of treatment for cancer?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most oncologists consider legitimate therapies those that are safe, effective & published in high quality peer reviewed journals. There are many therapies that may be effective as complimentary therapies (not used  'in place of' a conventional treatment. ) this is practiced by providers of integrative oncology. www.integrativeoncology-essentials.com.

Question 9

do leaves and seeds help with cancer like alternative medicine does?

Accepted Answer

Do I understand?: You are asking about plants that have anti-cancer properties. The ones that actually help control / kill of the cancer (taxol, vinca) are now part of the mainstream pharmacoupia. I'm probably not the only person on healthtap that's optimistic about medical marijuana for the side-effects of chemotherapy and for palliation. The other botanicals aren't miracle cures. Be discerning & good luck.

Question 10

are there really effective, alternative forms of treatment for cancer?

Accepted Answer

Sorry, no....: ..If there were, your oncologist would be applying them appropriately. Now, you can help yourself during your cancer treatments by eating a healthy diet, getting your rest, living a healthy lifestyle, and having a positive attitude. Don't let your cancer define you. Surround yourself with helpful and positive people. Don't fall victim to those who prey on the desperate. Good luck.

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