Hi all,
I am choosing not to take Tamoxifen after having a mastectomy, 6 tx of chemo, and having another mastectomy soon. I've researched A LOT, and have settled on supplementing my diet with indole 3 carbinol, iodine, vitamin D and folic acid, in addition to a daily Centrum. I'm confident with this, but would love to have a dr. who would help me monitor my levels, etc. and be supportive in this. If any of you have found a dr. who goes this route, what kind of dr.?? I've checked with a chiropractor and a "nutritional counseling" DO, and neither of them seemed to be on the same page. Any suggestions?? Thanks!
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StaceyR Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 77 |
Oct 2, 2008 02:33 pm
StaceyR wrote:
try a naturopathic doctor. I'm foregoing Tamoxifen as well and have consulted with 2 naturopaths who seem comfortable assisting me down this path. "This is no time for ease and comfort. It is the time to dare and endure."
Dx 3/18/2008, IDC, 1cm, Stage I, Grade 3, 0/4 nodes, ER+/PR+, HER2- |
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catlover44 Joined: May 2008 Posts: 141 |
Oct 4, 2008 09:22 pm
catlover44 wrote:
Stacey, thanks for the advice. I would ask about the ins. paying for a naturopath, but since you are in Canada, I think things are different for you! Aren't you the same Stacey who had the punctured lung earlier this year, right after I had mine? Glad to be rid of that port and all its connotations...how about you? In any case, it's always good to have support from others who are telling the drs. to stick their Tamoxifen. I feel like it's trading one possible risk for several others that are at least as bad, if not worse. What are you doing in lieu of the Tamox, if anything? Here's to being chemical-free! Dx 3/14/2008, IDC, 2cm, Stage IIb, Grade 2, 2/5 nodes, ER+/PR+, HER2- |
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StaceyR Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 77 |
Oct 5, 2008 12:04 pm, edited Oct 6, 2008 07:46 PM
by StaceyR
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LJ13 Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 275 |
Oct 6, 2008 06:33 pm
LJ13 wrote:
It shouldn't be too difficult to find someone to assist you down any path you choose, when you choose to follow a non-conventional path. Just keep looking. But I wonder, are you looking for validation, or are you looking for the best treatment for your condition? Worry is a misuse of the imagination.
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everyminute… Joined: Aug 2008 Posts: 99 |
Oct 6, 2008 07:17 pm
everyminute wrote:
I guess I am fortunate (for someone who has bc anyway). My oncologist strongly recommends that I work with an integrative med dr. In fact, the integrative med practice has an office in the cancer center that I attend. My onc suggested accupuncture during treatment and allows certain vitamins now. It is a good balance of eastern and western med and is truly complementary not alternative. |
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LizM100 Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 168 |
Oct 7, 2008 08:25 pm
LizM100 wrote:
Catlover- I see a naturalpath regularly. My insurance covers her visits but not the supplements. She does blood work and based on the results, she recommends supplements. She came recommended to me by my breast surgeon who has been referring breast cancer patients to her for over 20 years. Also, my naturalpath specializes in women's health. I am on a long list of supplements and indole-3 is one of them along with vit D3. Wishing you the best. LizM
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catlover44 Joined: May 2008 Posts: 141 |
Oct 8, 2008 03:27 pm
catlover44 wrote:
Thanks for all the advice--hopefully I'll find a good naturopath or integrated med. dr. soon. And LJ13, mainly I just want to find someone who will do things like monitor blood levels etc., and who is knowledgeable about bc specifically. I don't feel the need to be validated for not taking Tamoxifen, but it would be nice to be assured that the supplements and dosages are where I should be. Dx 3/14/2008, IDC, 2cm, Stage IIb, Grade 2, 2/5 nodes, ER+/PR+, HER2- |
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