What helps prevent recurrence of endometrial cancer?

Posted by pangasinan143 @pangasinan143, May 28 12:26pm

I want to know more about endometrial cancer
* post treatment
* prevention of recurrence

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@beebe No problem. In a few weeks, I'd be curious to know if any of it helped. Also, did you see the comment about mistletoe injections? Never heard of an injectable form but since she has had 5 years with no recurrenced, it's worth a look. I'm curious to know the stage in which she was diagnosed and am awaiting her reply.

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@inquirer
Did not see the comment on mistletoe injections, is it on this thread or elsewhere?
I have read the mistletoe injection is preferred over an IV infusion as you can monitor your bodies response to the injection by the skin reaction and have a dose adjustment if necessary. Unfortunately for me the local Naturopathic Oncologist is not too trustworthy as he has been reprimanded for importing a rogue chemotherapeutic drug called Ukrain that has a shady history. I consulted with him before I was aware of his reprimand - which makes me leery of trusting anything he recommends, so unless I am willing to drive long distances Mistletoe is off the table for me. Wish the local oncologists would offer it.

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@inquirer
Do you have any tips on taking the IP6+Inositol? I tried it on an empty stomach as the bottle suggests and felt unpleasant gyrations in my stomach. Hoping there is a way I can take it and not harm its efficacy.

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@beebe what is that you are taking? I was diag with high grade stage 3 endometrial cancer

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It depends on the diagnosis, and stage of the cancer, to begin with. Other considerations which weren't paid to me was that carboplatin/paclitaxel combo therapy wasn't going to work as my cancer was platinum resistant, as cancer was not resolved, and came back worse within a couple of months.
I was switched to Enhertu (administered in a clinical study--which is ongoing), after other tests including biopsies of tissues were taken.
I've been on this trial for 1 year and 5 months, with infusions every 3 weeks. It's tough and there is no end date, but it worked! I have high grade 3C1 serous cell endometrial cancer HR2+.
So to recap tell us type and stage your cancer is, and I'm sure other participants here can give you answers.
Good luck and try not stress out.

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@cookercooker I dont know my kind except its high grade endo cancer stage 3 pole mutated

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@beebe what is that you are taking? I was diag with high grade stage 3 endometrial cancer

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@tdfraze
Here is my list, let me know if you want all of the dosages. During treatment I did not take much beyond the turkey tail and broccoli extract to protect my digestive tract.

Digestion:
Ginger Root Powder for digestion/motility
Broccoli Seed extract 600mg sulphurophane digestion
Turkey Tail mushroom extract for digestion, immune function booster
Mixed Probiotics alternate with Akermansia which has been shown to be present in patients with better outcomes

Anti-oxidants:
Melatonin may inhibit cancer cell proliferation
Apigenin
Aspirin - baby, would like to do every day but do not tolerate it well
IP6+inositol - will add to regime when my stomach settles down
Vitamin C

Inflammation:
Black Cumin Seed Oil, TriquetraTQ4, for inflammation, thins blood, may help dampen neuropathy
Omega 3 Fatty Acids...Fish Oil or DHA for inflammation

Milk Thistle - 380mg phospholid protects liver, laxative effect, reduces blood sugar. Take it as the liver is a common spot for metasis to occur so trying to help it stay healthy.

Vitamins and Minerals:
Vitamin D, K2
Zinc, magnesium, calcium
Multi-vitamin, low dose formula, b12 not over 100% if RDA and no copper. Cancer loves copper and iron.

May discontinue:
Dr. Jay Chaplin has stated that anti-inflammatories can nullify the effect of Anti-oxidants. Anti-inflammatories dampen the immune system and anti-oxidants boost it (like T-cells that fight cancer). So it is a balancing act and I am not sure if it is really known how the supplements interact with each other, antagonists or complements? Look up his videos on Youtube for more information on supplements and decide for yourself. It is kind of a crap shoot since the research on supplements is so poor and everyone's cancer has different profiles.

Curcumin - A-1 Vitality Novasol, for inflammation, may induce apoptosis and inhibit angiogenesis.
Boswellia - for inflammation

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@tdfraze
Here is my list, let me know if you want all of the dosages. During treatment I did not take much beyond the turkey tail and broccoli extract to protect my digestive tract.

Digestion:
Ginger Root Powder for digestion/motility
Broccoli Seed extract 600mg sulphurophane digestion
Turkey Tail mushroom extract for digestion, immune function booster
Mixed Probiotics alternate with Akermansia which has been shown to be present in patients with better outcomes

Anti-oxidants:
Melatonin may inhibit cancer cell proliferation
Apigenin
Aspirin - baby, would like to do every day but do not tolerate it well
IP6+inositol - will add to regime when my stomach settles down
Vitamin C

Inflammation:
Black Cumin Seed Oil, TriquetraTQ4, for inflammation, thins blood, may help dampen neuropathy
Omega 3 Fatty Acids...Fish Oil or DHA for inflammation

Milk Thistle - 380mg phospholid protects liver, laxative effect, reduces blood sugar. Take it as the liver is a common spot for metasis to occur so trying to help it stay healthy.

Vitamins and Minerals:
Vitamin D, K2
Zinc, magnesium, calcium
Multi-vitamin, low dose formula, b12 not over 100% if RDA and no copper. Cancer loves copper and iron.

May discontinue:
Dr. Jay Chaplin has stated that anti-inflammatories can nullify the effect of Anti-oxidants. Anti-inflammatories dampen the immune system and anti-oxidants boost it (like T-cells that fight cancer). So it is a balancing act and I am not sure if it is really known how the supplements interact with each other, antagonists or complements? Look up his videos on Youtube for more information on supplements and decide for yourself. It is kind of a crap shoot since the research on supplements is so poor and everyone's cancer has different profiles.

Curcumin - A-1 Vitality Novasol, for inflammation, may induce apoptosis and inhibit angiogenesis.
Boswellia - for inflammation

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@beebe did you really take all these supplements ? And why ?

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@beebe did you really take all these supplements ? And why ?

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@alohman08
My form of endometrial cancer has no good treatment options after the initial chemo infusion series so anything I can do to help prevent cancer cells from activating is worth a try. The idea is to stack anti-oxidants with exercise and sauna which are all immune boosters. One alone may not do enough, but together they just may. I also have a compromised digestive system and limited diet so need extra vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and especially ginger to keep my body functioning.

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@alohman08
My form of endometrial cancer has no good treatment options after the initial chemo infusion series so anything I can do to help prevent cancer cells from activating is worth a try. The idea is to stack anti-oxidants with exercise and sauna which are all immune boosters. One alone may not do enough, but together they just may. I also have a compromised digestive system and limited diet so need extra vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and especially ginger to keep my body functioning.

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@beebe When I saw my Integrative Medicine physician in June she encouraged me with all that I am doing to prevent a recurrent or new cancer. She also told me that at my age (74) I am far more likely to have cardiovascular disease as this affects more of us in our 70's than cancer. She said that all that I'm doing supports not only cancer prevention but also my cardiovascular health. Of course, this does depend on the kind of cancer one has had but this was a sobering thought for me.

You are prioritizing your health and wellness with all that you.

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