Milk thistle and chemo

[chrissy88]

Has anyone used milk thistle during chemotherapy? Xxx

[Hidden]

Hi chrissy, I would be slow to use anything at all during chemo, my onc is totally against it because if we get sick, he wouldnt know what was causing it so its simpler if we dont take supplements. The most I would ever take would be paracetamol and perhaps Gaviscon to relieve heart burn. I know the Milk thistle is good for the liver but it might be better to wait until treatment is done to take it. You could get other opinions from the ladies here but this is my opinion

[chrissy88 in reply to Hidden]

Thanks Suzuki. I think you probably right and best left till after. Lots if confusing evidence and we'll probably never know. Xxxx

[Rosewall101]

Hi Chrissy. That's an interesting idea. A good friend swears by this for her hangovers. I'd mention to your oncologist. See if he/she is happy with you taking it. T. X

[Bonnie11]

I am with Suzuki on this and have been warned not to take any supplements for the duration of chemo. For me it's because I have a sensitive liver and any alteration in blood work could be masked by a supplement. I can't wait to resume calcium..eccanesia. ..vitamin B.etc. I have 3 more cycles to go and to say it's been a rollarcoaster of blood results is an understatement

[Kim1958]

Hi Chrissy I have also been told no supplement during chemo with the exception of magnesium because my magnesium was almost non-existent and lack of magnesium causes muscle pain. I would wait on anything unless your oncologist suggests it. Kim xo