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My grandfather (80) has hepatocellular carcinoma (t2n0m0). he then got resection. besides regular check up now, is there any other treatment a patient like him can typically take post operation? what about health supplement? thanks?
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See below: Health supplements are usually not useful. He should not take any medication, including over the counter drugs, herbals or so called health supplements without discussing it with his doctor.
Answered 9/19/2020
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Avoid all supplements. Further treatmeb will depend on genetic testing of tumor. Have discuss with his oncologist.
Answered 3/27/2022
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