3 Alternative Cancer Treatments to Consider

3 Alternative Cancer Treatments to Consider

By Dr. Aaranson –

In today’s modern world, much is still unknown about cancer. Although there are studies going on all of the time, and we continue to learn more each day, we are still unsure of the exact causes of cancer, along with the best ways to treat it. Some of the most proven methods of treatment work wonders for some people, while they have little impact on others.

These treatments can often leave this second group of people even worse off, as the treatments can be invasive or wreak havoc on your immune system. For many who are worried about this possibility, or who are looking for other routes to take, alternative treatments may be desirable.

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There are many alternative cancer treatments out there, and which one you go with will ultimately be up to you and your doctor. Some people even choose to combine multiple therapy treatments into their own custom plan. According to Immunity Therapy Center, a center for cancer treatment in Mexico, combining treatments can “give you the best chance of an enhanced quality of life, improved prognosis, and remission.” If you are interested in alternative therapies to treat cancer, here are some of the options that you can consider.

Hyperthermia Treatment – Many studies have shown that high temperatures can kill cancer cells. Hyperthermia treatment is the process of heating up the body, or parts of the body, to a high degree in order to kill these cells. This process also reduces the amount of oxygen in the area, which tumors need to grow. Hyperthermia can also be combined with other cancer treatments, as it can make the cancer cells more sensitive to radiation.

Oxygen Therapy – Tumors rely on low-oxygen environments in order to survive, so one therapy aims to give them an overdose. With Oxygen Therapy, the cancer cells are given more oxygen than they can handle, and as a result they begin to die out. The science is still out as to whether or not this is an effective form of treatment, but the downsides of this treatment are not as severe compared to those of chemotherapy treatments. Chemo essentially attacks your immune system, and can make even minor things like the common cold much more serious. Many people explore treatments such as Oxygen Therapy in the hopes of avoiding more intense methods like surgery or radiation.

Vitamin and Mineral Supplements – When battling cancer, one of the most difficult things can be to keep the rest of your body going while you deal with the cancer. During any cancer treatment, you should talk to a doctor about what your diet should consist of, and if you should be taking any vitamin or mineral supplements. In some cases these can be used to fight the cancer, but in most cases they are used to improve the patient’s quality of life. Maintaining your health is incredibly important no matter what form of cancer treatment you are undergoing, so be sure to look into supplements to ensure your diet is where it needs to be.

There are many reasons that someone may consider going an alternate route when it comes to fighting cancer. Perhaps traditional medicine has not worked for you thus far, or you are concerned about the negative side effects that may come with it. Ultimately the decision will come down to you, and you should talk to your doctor and get several opinions before you make any big decisions. There are many forms of cancer treatments out there, and you just need to find the one that will be best for you.

Dr. Aaranson is a board-certified podiatrist / foot and ankle surgeon specializing in comprehensive care of the foot and ankle with particular interests in diabetic foot and wound care and in pediatric foot care.

 

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