alternatives to chemo.

[jennybutler]

Hello all just to let you know my progress, as I did alternative therapy I got my ca125 down but did not get rid of the tumours, I was very ill for four weeks with a bug that was hard to fight off and felt with my Doctors advise best to do the chemo. regime again, my onc. bless him took me back on and I am just recovering from my first of six carbo.taxol sessions tired for four days no energy at all plus the usual sickness,waiting for my hair to fall out arg! but letting my grandaughter Cleo ( a trainee hairdresser) loose on it tonight, she cant wait,not sure about me? Anyway have a lovely wig and scarves to wear,If I get all clear whats the up date on keeping it at bay with asperin turmeric nuerophen etc. I have not been on line for ages but have thought of you all often, so here I am again back in the fold nobody wants to join sending my love to you all Jennyxxxxxx

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There are a number of alternatives that appear to provide some benefit. I once read cranberry juice taken daily helps to reduce the CA125. The problem is its difficult to prove when on chemo. Aspirin is also reported but it can have a negative effect on the stomach hence why some people are prescribed omprezole to alleviate this. Ref Nuerofen, I was advised by our onc that it effects the kidneys so not recommended. Tumeric is another substance but we have not tried this. I am sure there are others muted to help. Rgds Paul

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Hi Paul,

I think these are complimentary not alternatives... the difference being alternatives are when you go on an alternative regime instead of conventional medication (So stop conventional treatment) ...complimentary is in addition to conventional treatment not instead of ...and you will need to check with your oncologist before embarking on anything additional as some things can interfere with the chemo working ie grapefruit juice is bad to take if you are on certain medication as it interfers with the chemical balance. Love x G x

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Sorry, your absolutely right, I meant in addition to existing chemo rather than instead of. Love Paul x

[jennybutler in reply to Hidden]

many thanks for that Paul hope all ok with you,

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Hi Jenny,

Welcome back (in a good way) sorry that you have reason to come on here we all want to be free of this nightmare... Sorry you have not been well... but you are being locked after by the sounds of things.... We are all here for you sending you my love and best wishes x G x

[jennybutler]

Thankyou G I should have listened to you in the begining in the right way its nice to be back. Jenny xxx

[Lily-Anne]

Sorry you are back on the chemo, I researched chemo on wikipedia and found out quite a lot about tumeric and similar, that may be worth a read.

LA

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I think it is better to look on the cancer research website for information on other stuff like tumeric as they have ongoing research and you can enter whatever you would like to find out about in their search box it will then come up with papers written and the date of research that has been done love x G x

[jennybutler]

Thanks Lily-Anne will have a look at that.love Jenny

[Whippit]

Dear Jenny, You've also been in my thoughts. I hope the chemotherapy isn't too intolerable. Are you going to try Penny Brohn? I'm looking at going along for a half-day induction course.

I'm on the London coach on my way to see a homeopathic oncologist and would be happy to share what I learn. It seems there are things you can do alongside conventional therapies to help. I think it's worth getting a consultation based on a personal assessment. My GP's also looking forward to hearing what advice is given.

Take care, go gently now and keep in touch so we can cheer you on. Xxxxx

Love Annie

[jennybutler in reply to Whippit]

Oh Annie lovely to hear from you too, I got Iscador (mistletoe extract) from the homeopathic doctor who work in line with the oncs. in Bristol who say it can extend life for average fifteen months. sure they will explain best of luck Jenny xxx

[jennybutler in reply to Whippit]

Forgot to say going to Penny Brohn on Monday next xx

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Looking forward to hearing how you get on with the homeopathic oncologist - as I am sure lots of us will!

Lynn x

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Hello Jenny,

However horrid it is, chemo is the best way to get rid of ovarian cancer. It beats all alternatives by miles. BUT logically it makes sense to start on alternative/complementary meds as soon as you are in remission. If you make your body very inhospitable to errant cells, it could be more effective than chasing the horse once it's out of the stable. Sorry about the poor analogy, I'm sure you know what I mean. I would keep on with the mistletoe, if your onc agrees. I know a number of women who have had a really good result with it. Cx

[jennybutler]

yes Chrystynh I understand what your saying and now agree going ahead with chemo. not sure if I can take mistletoe at same time will ask onc. Jennyxxx