How To Lower The Risk Of Cancer
How To Lower The Risk Of Cancer
For anyone who has had a previous diagnosis of cancer, or who has just freshly been diagnosed, there is a lot of fear of what you can and can’t do. This article will give you some advice on how to deal with your cancer and the myriad of issues that come with it.
Always consider that a doctor you like, might not be the right doctor to help you beat your cancer. Sometimes, you have to go the extra mile and seek out a specialist in the field with more expertise than your current oncologist may have. It’s all about getting better and experts can help make this happen.
Some people diagnosed with cancer choose to opt out of conventional treatments like chemotherapy and radiation due to the damage they can cause to the body. They turn instead to alternative treatments such as nutrition therapy and vitamin therapy among many others. Some (but not all) of these treatments have been shown to shrink tumors and prolong life. Always check with your doctor before beginning any unconventional therapies.
Many people suffering with cancer also have post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD. If you notice that you have any of the symptoms of PTSD, you should immediately get help from a professional. Symptoms of PTSD include aversion to people or places, flashbacks of events, irrational fears, and changes in your sleep patterns.
Getting a good night of sleep is an important factor in your body’s ability to heal during and after cancer treatment. However, because of the side effects of treatment and the stress of a cancer diagnosis, sleeping well can be difficult. To sleep better, create a relaxing bedtime routine and bedroom environment, limit daytime naps, and limit caffeine consumption.
Mood swings and other similar symptoms are natural for those suffering from cancer. Knowing this can help you prepare for what you will encounter if you or a loved one are suffering with cancer.
Campferol and quercetin are powerful antioxidants found in Brazil nuts known for suppressing the growth of cancer cells. You can also find these antioxidants in supplemental form, too.
If a close family member has suffered from cancer or has passed on due to cancer, take into account that you need to have screening done for cancer. Early detection is important and disclose information to your doctor so they can administer tests and screenings for cancer in your own body.
Research has shown several times that healthy diets lead to a lower likelihood of developing cancer. While it is impossible to completely avoid cancer, if you eat a diet that is high in antioxidants and low in free radicals you will decrease your chances of developing this horrible disease in life.
If you are wondering what to do now, after your diagnosis, this article has given you a lot of ideas for moving forward. It is important to understand that you need to follow the advice of your doctor, but that feeling better and looking better while you go through it is possible.
