Liver Cancer

BACKGROUND

Liver cancer is very common in the United States. Men are more susceptible to this form of cancer than women. The number of people developing liver cancer has increased over the years.

SYMPTOMS OF LIVER CANCER

In the early stages of liver cancer, there will be no symptoms present, which makes it challenging to diagnose. However, as the cancer advances, a person may experience any of the following: abdominal pain, stomach pain, vomiting, fatigue, feeling weak or nauseous, bruising easily, etc.

DIAGNOSING LIVER CANCER

Diagnosing liver cancer in its primary stages can be a bit tricky so looking at a patient's medical history becomes imperative. Most of the people that possess a higher risk for liver cancer have diabetes, are obese, having been drinking excessively for an extended period of time, have suffered with hepatitis B or C, suffered from cirrhosis and so on.

After a doctor receives the medical history of a patient, they then perform the following tests: blood tests, liver biopsy, liver function test, abdominal CR or MRI scans, and so forth.

CONVENTIONAL LIVER CANCER TREATMENT

After a patient is diagnosed with liver cancer, they go through different treatment procedures which entails removing part of the liver, otherwise known as a hepatectomy, liver transplant, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, and other therapies which causes the patient pain and suffering.

ALTERNATIVE LIVER CANCER TREATMENT

Many liver cancer patients are resorting to alternative treatments, which involve boosting the immune system so that the body's natural mechanism can be improved to fight the cancer. These aforementioned treatments have been shown to successfully treat patients. Heat therapy creates an environment in which the cancer cannot grow. Other forms of therapy include acupuncture, the use of herbs, dietary changes, massages, yoga, and so on. Together, these therapies help to restore the mind-body balance which is important in fighting the disease.

TREATING KIDNEY CANCER

If you want to learn more about alternative Liver cancer treatment, please contact our office in Hollywood at (954) 987-6988 to schedule an appointment today with our team and find solutions to any questions you may have.