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Lolo

Thu, February 21, 2008

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Hi all - Does anyone take supplements and vitamins?  I know that some can have adverse effects on the treatments and possibly make them less effective.  My oncologist does not want me to take any and I am used to taking digestive enzymes. My surgeon said they were fine.   Does anyone take them or any other supplements??  Any thoughts>???
2/22/08 4:01pm

Hello Lolo,

 

Welcome to our community. I'm glad you've found us.

 

Regarding your question about supplements and vitamins, please see these articles:

 

Dietary Supplements During Cancer Care

http://www.caring4cancer.com/go/cancer/nutrition/dietary-supplements

 

Can Dietary Supplements Interfere with Cancer Treatment?

http://www.caring4cancer.com/go/cancer/nutrition/questions

 

I hope this is helpful. Let me know if I can help you find more information.

 

Write again soon. Let us know how your treatment is going from time to time.

 

Best,

Maria

2/22/08 4:55pm
The info was helpful - but I still need some information about essential oils/supplements made with them.  Also any info out there regarding drinking alcohol and chemo???

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