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Complementary and Alternative treatment are different approaches to Breast Cancer treatment. Complementary medicine works in conjunction with conventional treatment like chemotherapy; alternative medicine replaces conventional treatment. Alternative medical systems include Ayurveda and Chinese medicine like acupuncture. Yoga, meditation, and prayer are forms of complementary mind-body interventions. Taking supplements like Vitamin C or eating dark chocolate for antioxidants are ways get additional nutrients. Chiropractors and massages can alleviate pain.
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Aromatase Inhibitors: A Silent, Potentially Deadly Side Effect - Osteoporosis
With about 10 years of data now available, it’s becoming more and more clear that an aromatase inhibitor (AI) may be the hormone-therapy drug of choice for preventing breast cancer recurrence. Arimidex, Femara, and Aromasin—the drugs so many of us take on a daily basis—are proving more and more powerful as a cancer deterrent, for…
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PJ Hamel, Health Guide, commented on Breast Cancer in Women Over 70:… You're right, Phyllis - I think oftentimes it's hard for older women to refuse…
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Phyllis Johnson, Health Guide, commented on Aromatase Inhibitors: A Silent,… Hazel, I'm sorry you are having such a difficult time with the Arimidex. …
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