Posted in Integrative Oncology
Cancer Related Fatigue
Posted by Lauren Young
on 12 September 2019
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Of all the side effects of cancer treatment, some expected, some unexpected, cancer related fatigue is the most common and the most debilitating.
What is cancer related fatigue?
Cancer related fatigue (CRF) is a persistent lack of energy that is not significantly improved by sleep, and is not due to over exertion. CRF feels different to a tiredness you might feel at the end of a long day that is restored with a good nights' sleep. CRF can make it difficult to cope with the ...
Breast Cancer - It's Not All About The Oestrogen
Posted by Tanya Wells
on 18 July 2019
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When someone is diagnosed with breast cancer, they undergo a biopsy during which 3 receptivity markers are tested: ER (oestrogen), PR (progesterone) and HER2 (human epidermal growth factor). Each of these can be positive or negative, suggesting whether cancer cells are receptive to these hormones. This defines the type of breast cancer present.
Most common types of breast cancer are:
ER/PR+ve HER2 -ve (70-80%)
ER/PR-ve HER2 +ve (20%)
Triple negative (meaning all the t...
Prostate Cancer
Posted by Dr Shala Rasouli
on 27 June 2019
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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer affecting men.
Presenting symptoms of prostate cancer:
Some men have no symptoms at all this is called 'Asymptomatic presentation'.
Frequent urination (especially at night)
Difficulty holding back urine (dribbling) or starting urination
Interrupted or weak flow of urine
Burning or painful urination
Painful ejaculation
Blood in semen or urine
In some cases, prostate cancer can present wit...
Acupuncture for Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy
Posted by Christine Lee
on 24 May 2019
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Peripheral Neuropathy is a common side-effect of some types of chemotherapy: especially the taxanes (paclitaxel and docetaxel), the platins (cisplatin, carboplatin) and vinca alkaloids (vincristine, vinblastine).
It is the tingling or numb sensation in the hands and/or feet, and is caused by nerve damage that occurs from the treatment. It can be quite painful, and may significantly impact fine motor skills and daily function, such as handling utensils, writing, typing and, when affectin...
Exercise Physiology for Patients with Cancer
Posted by Moving Beyond Cancer
on 14 May 2019
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Should patients with cancer exercise?
Historically patients with cancer were advised to rest, however these days we know better! Physical activity and targeted exercise are beneficial for cancer prevention, recovery and survival, and should be a part of every cancer management program.
The Department of Health and Human Services, the Americal College of Sports Medicine, and the specialist journal Oncology all have published multiple studies and review articles confirming...
Mindfulness Meditation for Patients with Cancer
Posted by MIOG support team
on 10 May 2019
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Meditation is no longer associated with highly spiritual people sitting cross legged under a tree. It is becoming increasingly popular even with us common folk, and is proving to be very effective for managing stress and anxiety. A cancer diagnosis is clearly one of the most stressful things that can happen, and clinical studies are showing that Meditation and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction are very useful and should not be taken for granted.
It is easy, safe and free - ...
