I've got stomach cancer but I hate Western Medicine. Which homeopathic treatments should I take instead?!


Question: Really sorry, I wish I could tell you there was anything about homeopathy that was useful above and beyond its not inconsiderable placebo effect. A lot of pseudoscience about the memory of water has been used in an attempt to justify its use. Unfortunately controlled double blind cross over trials, which are the only valid way to assess any drug, have shown no benefits.

I recently saw the best description I have seen to describe the lack of any logic in homeopathy in an on line medical journal. It is like throwing a pint of beer in to a reservoir and then drinking the water and hoping to get drunk!

The fact that you don't like something, makes it no less valid or useful, though like everything else conventional medicine has its problems and limitations, it really is the best thing we have.


Answers: Really sorry, I wish I could tell you there was anything about homeopathy that was useful above and beyond its not inconsiderable placebo effect. A lot of pseudoscience about the memory of water has been used in an attempt to justify its use. Unfortunately controlled double blind cross over trials, which are the only valid way to assess any drug, have shown no benefits.

I recently saw the best description I have seen to describe the lack of any logic in homeopathy in an on line medical journal. It is like throwing a pint of beer in to a reservoir and then drinking the water and hoping to get drunk!

The fact that you don't like something, makes it no less valid or useful, though like everything else conventional medicine has its problems and limitations, it really is the best thing we have.

Evil? You are the evil one for deceiving people by presenting a false question to prove a point. People here were trying to offer you hope and help - if you don't believe what they say, disregard it - don't call people "scum." That's really awful that you did that! Report It


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    Obviously, I'm not a doctor, but I have two suggestions for you.
    The first one is (ask your doctor about this) It was found several years ago that anti-biotics should be the first line of attack on stomach cancer. Won't go into detail, but ask your doc about it.
    Secondly, Maria Caisse was a canadian 'witch' who created a formula called essiac for the treatment of cancer.
    Hospitals which had done everything fo cancer patients often sent them to her, and her cure was so very nearly accepted by the canadian government. You can buy it ready prepared from health shops, and they normally give you a copy of testimonies from people who have used it.
    I gave some to a friend of mine who was dying from cancer, but at a very late stage (she had been given only weeks to live) and she said how much it helped her.
    You can find it on the net I'm sure, essiac.
    Hope this helps, and good luck.

    Try any of them; one is as effective as the next. It's been nice knowing you.

    firstly , one has to determine the grade of cancer.
    only seek alternative medicine on advice from your medical team.

    Dr. Frank has the most common sense answer on homeopathy that I've read on this forum, but I would like to go even further.

    James Randi talks the most common sense on any subject regarding the paranormal than any other person I know.

    So whatever belief you have on the subject, whether it's astrology, mind reading, spoon bending, mediums etc. check him out. If you can prove any of them he has $1,000,000 already banked for you.

    On the subject of Homeopathy, please check this source, and if you can prove it to him, start thinking of ways to spend your $1,000,000.

    Less my 10% agent's fee of course!

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWE1tH93G...

    western medical treatements for cancer have really advanced and often rid cancer entirely, don't fool around with cancer, try treating it yourself and you will likely soon perish

    Cancer in the stomache sounds really bad, and I don't know if that can be treated well, if chances are slim and kemotherapy is the only option, you might be better off to simply enjoy whatever good days you have remaining

    Really sorry to hear about your cancer.
    Please don't try and treat yourself with Homeopathic remedies. Thats ok for acute conditions but not something as serious as cancer.
    Go along and see a professional Homeopath- check their credentials though. If in the UK make sure they are registered with the Society of Homeopaths or Faculty of Homeopaths.
    All the best.

    If you are treated with evidence-based medicine you will probably live. If you put your life in the hands of homeopathy you will certainly die.

    Cancer hates oxygen and cannot live in a high-oxygen environment.If you want to supplement the medical treatment you receive(or not receive) with some alternative therapy then this is for you. You need to help your body to build up your immune system.The breathing exercises - pranayam is a holistic approach creating extra oxygen supply in the body and will slowly help with the health problem.Do the pranayam to see the benefits.Build up your timing slowly and after four weeks at the suggested maximum duration you will start to notice benefits gradually.

    The small print: Keep doing pranayam after you are better for minimum 30 minutes a day for rest of life to maintain health.

    People who have been treated successfully, should do pranayam as well, as there is a chance of recurrence.
    Monitor your conditions/results regularly and it will help you and others observe the progress.

    The pranayam techniques:
    Bhastrika - Take a long deep breath into the lungs(chest not tummy) via the nose and then completely breathe out through the nose.Duration upto 5 minutes.

    Kapalbhati -(Do it before eating) Push air forcefully out through the nose about once per second. Stomach will itself go in(contract in). The breathing in(through the nose) will happen automatically. Establish a rhythm and do for 20 to 30 minutes twice a day.(Max 60 min/day) Not for pregnant women. Seriously ill people do it gently.

    Anulom Vilom - Deep Breath-in through left nostril keeping right nostril closed
    then - Breath-out through right nostril keeping left nostril closed
    then -Deep Breath-in through right nostril keeping left nostril closed
    then - Breath-out through left nostril keeping right nostril closed
    and repeat this cycle for 20 to 30 minutes twice a day(maximum 60 min/day).

    Bhramri Pranayam -Close eyes. Close ears with thumb, index finger on forehead, and rest three fingers on base of nose touching eyes. Breathe in through nose. And now breathe out through nose while humming like a bee.
    Duration : 5 to 10 times

    Only by doing you will benefit and will feel good that you can do something to help the body.Copy and print this to improve your technique and stay focused.This is simplified pranayam for everyone and you do not have to go to classes to learn. This is for life, unlike short term classes where you do it in the class then stop when classes are over.

    Just save time and effort and drink a glass of water instead. That's all homeopathy is after all.

    I agree with Chris45 - Essiac tea (Marie Caisse's name spelled backwards)
    However, before you walk away completely from western medicine, you might want to check into the drug called GEMZAR. Initially, it was used to treat Pancreatic cancer, and they found it to be quite effective against stomach cancer as well. Also, if your cancer has not metastisized, it is much easier to treat with chemicals or surgery.

    I am really very sorry to hear your sad news.
    And although I am a great believer of Homoeopathy, as it works/worked for me ~ what I do believe in is 'both'.
    In Australia both General and Alternative medicine is used together which I totally agree with.
    I believe that medicine is very advanced in this country especially with Cancer treatments but I do agree with consulting both.
    I don't agree with some of the comments from certain Dr's on here.
    But Homoeopathy cured me of Leaky Gut syndrome, Endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome.
    General medicine, (some), tends to just put a 'sticky plaster' over the problem, if they have the time to give you one! = temporary measure.
    Homoeopathy, on the other hand takes the holistic approach and deals with the source = that's what I like!

    But as for a major treatment such as yours it would be sensible surely to receive 'General' medicine and maybe there is a possibility, if it is compatible with treatment, that any side effects etc. could surely be relieved and made easier by homoeopathic medicine.
    My best advice to you is to seek proper advice.
    The Homoeopathic Hospital, in London is great, but they will advise you otherwise if they feel it is in your best interest to seek General medicine as the main provider of your treatment - please don't rule out the fact that there are plenty of General Practioners out there who specialise and agree with both types of treatment, get lots of advice, weigh up the 'pro's and con's', and make up your own mind.
    All the very best.



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