Experiences with

Carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) test

depends on the tumor marker test. For CEA, under 5 is normal. For CA-15, I think under 20 is normal.

not back CEA Test Low <0.05 A smoker is 0.05 I should did radiation to prostate bed And ignored the MO not to radiate and just stay on systemic therapy My prostate bed tumour went from 2cm x 2cm to 5cm x 3cm It looks like it seeded back to my liver and lungs, , I may of had 3 to 8 or more

I want everyone to have the choice of trying anything they like - so long as they are fully informed and all information is readily accessible. Trouble is, a lot of information is hard to access for many reasons including language, paywalls, time, and having the required time and skills to get to the

I know that some patients take these supplements in spite of clinical data showing no effect for prostate cancer. I updated the article on curcumin with health warnings on hepatotoxicity. PLEASE, if you are taking either or both as supplements, at least tell your oncologist, and get liver enzyme tests

Hi folks 💛 I recently followed some bad advice and put warmed, diluted tea tree oil in my slightly clogged, itchy ear not realising that Tea Tree can be Ototoxic to the Cochlear. I diluted 3 drops of Tea Tree oil in 30ml of Olive oil and put 0.5 ml in my ear. I let it sit there for around 10 minutes

So in 2011 I started getting weird scabs on my face with stretchy plugs underneath once removed the spot would typically close and more would appear in or near the same area. I have read many posts about morgellons and auto immune diseases that could cause this but the problem for me was never identified

This is wiping me out. Honestly. It tends to start at about 5 pm and lasts for about 2/3 hours. I used to take Whey protein to counter it but this appears to not hit the spot. I’m utterly exhausted when this phenomenon strikes and am wondering if anyone has any ideas? I take B1 daily (Superior Source

I found something that works! I used a good quality tea tree oil (Do Terra metaluca) and applied it directly onto the sores before bed. Most were gone in the morning. Hope this helps someone. Much love ladies. ❤️

i’ve had scabies for the last month and a half, and I have done as much research as possible. Couldn’t find anything that was working for me today I took petroleum jelly, mixed it with tea tree oil, smothered my body in. It sat around in it for five hours, watching the scabies pour out of my body, wiping

Sure wish I had this tool over 2 years ago when I started reading up although you can't 100% trust the answers. The tools are getting smarter. I'm a software developer and have early access to Google's Gemini Pro 1.5 AI model that was relased Feb 15 2024 claiming to have better 'scores' than all the

I've recently had my 3 month review and blood test results. Thankfully my CA125 and CEA levels are normal. I'm obviously relieved as I've not been able to sleep thinking about it and worrying. I guess I'd like reassurance that it does get easier?

I am reposting a reply to the Vitamin B1 thread as I noticed a search on HealthUnlocked for Benfotiamine doesn't list the thread for Vitamin B1 and the information I posted doesn't fit in one reply. I'm not giving medical advice but I know a lot of people here are open to trying things and watch if

Hello, all. Glaucoma diagnosed late 2019. Initially drops tolerated ok think Latanoprost plus other.After a while developed bad red eyes, itching. Tried various drops since including preservative free, had both cataracts done. Tablets Azetazoloimide? Worked well, not able stay on them! Stopped taking

My new oncologist wants to add a new tumor marker test to my regular tests for CA15 and CEA. I know these guys all have widely varying ideas on which ones - if any - mean anything. So just looking to see if you all have any experience with this.

does anyone know if antistamines effect the results of a urine sample, according to Dr Google they do,

I have to give a 2nd urine sample tomorrow as the first one 5wks ago showed some protein in my urine, they say the best time is in the morning the first pee of the day, I can't do that because I have locally advanced prostate cancer, and I am up 4xnightly for a pee anyway, anyone have any ideas how

Hello Everyone, My Endo had been changed, dont know why. Previously within an NHS appointment he wrote me a Private prescription for T3, and I noticed a reference to it once on my medical notes. Can I ask my GP to write a Private script for T3 based on this? I have been dismissed from last years

I have been reading elsewhere that you should not eat potassium rich foods while on atorvastatin, I have got osteoporosis and the foods that you aren't supposed to eat are good for osteoporosis bananas broccoli, etc,as it can cause kidney issues. anyone else know this, I gave a urine sample 4wks ago

I read in my mums local paper that urine testing by AI with somebody with COPD can detect an oncoming exacerbation around a week before chest symptoms occur. There was no link to research/original article though. Colchester Gazette. It’s available on line. Has anyone else heard about this? Take care

Researchers at Newcastle University recently conducted an online survey to try and understand how widespread fatigue is in people with hypothyroidism, and how severe their symptoms are. The principal investigator, Prof Simon Pearce, explains that 1200 people responded to the survey and 90% of those had