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treating cancer without chemo/rad?

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Crazy few days; looking for input and support.

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About Me:: I am a newcomer to the alkaline lifestyle. I am here to find out more information on it, and for camaraderie. I am a breast cancer survivor thinking outside the box on traditional care. (Anyone wanting to know more can check out my blog) I have very recently decided to experiment with the alkaline way of thinking.

Birthday? (not required, but you might get presents!): Oct 19

Age? (How rude! not required...): 31

Where do you live? (city, state, country): Durham, NC

Your Zip Code?: 27707

Relationship Status:: Single

Favorite Quote:: 'wiggidy wack?' 'no, just regular type' (Teen Girl Squad)

Favorite Book:: The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury (read it every Oct)

Your Website or Blog:: http://cindythetumor.blogspot.com/

What's your personal mission statement?: Radiant Obnoxious Abundant Ridiculous Health (ROAR!)

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At 11:53am on October 13, 2008, Kris said…: Yes, I did do a lumpectomy and axillary node dissection (3 positive nodes). I remember that about Gonzalez as well.

At 11:08am on October 13, 2008, Kris said…: Hi Melanie,

I am also triple negative although not quite as young as you - I was 42 when diagnosed in July '07.

I also did the recommended chemo and also did the radiation although I agonized over that decision for a good month before agreeing to it. The only reason I did was that I was working with a great naturopathic oncologist who made be feel comfortable that I could protect myself from the damage by doing certain things. I also worked with naturopaths while getting my chemo at the Cancer Treatment Center of America in Zion, IL.

I'm really sorry to hear that they found another mass. Since I finished treatment, my thought has been that if I had a recurrence my first call would be to Dr. Nicholas Gonzalez in NYC who treats cancer with nutrition and LOTS of supplements including tons of pancreatic enzymes. He's had a lot of success, even treating metastatic cancer.

I do take enzymes and have eliminated most meat and dairy (but not all) from my diet. I eat a ton of vegetables and a healthy amount of fruit. I still work with the naturopathic oncologist who had done some genetic testing to see where my weaknesses may be. For instance, my body at a cellular level handles stress very badly, so he has me on specific things to help that, as well as on many other general cancer fighters. I also go to another naturopath who is closer to where I live for IV infusions of mega doses of vitamin C ever 2-3 weeks.

Sorry I'm not very specific but there is just so much to say so if you have any specific questions, please let me know. Don't get discouraged, there is so much you can do!

At 9:23pm on September 22, 2008, granola said…: That Audrey is adorable. Check around & leave comments to people & comment on posts. I remember the first time I was very apprehensive, but I got over that (Obviously!) & you will find you get lots of love & support. It is fun. Check out Lolabloom, Austin, Iffat, Wholebody Healer, & Leenda, just to name a few of my "old buddies" You can link to them if you go to my page & click on "Granola's friends" Wholebody Healer is a wealth of nutrition info! So is Bueller, Debbie (already your friend), and Kristen's Raw. Have fun!

At 3:00pm on September 21, 2008, Elizabeth M. said…: Well, you are not going to be all alone any more! There are a lot of us here :) If you have time, wander over to my blog and have a look around...be sure to check out the blogroll for resources, and other blogs that I like :)

At 1:01am on September 21, 2008, granola said…: Welcome! I love your pic! I have a soft spot for anyone who loves animals :) Love the dog too!

At 9:31pm on September 20, 2008, Elizabeth M. said…: Hi fellow breast canser survivor slash alternative, think for yourself babe! Welcome! I've just had a little look at your blog...wonderful...I've bookmarked it, and will read more later :)

At 8:14pm on September 20, 2008, Debbie said…: I love your pooch!
welcome, debbie

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