Homeopathy and Breast Cancer

Consuming less alcohol and eating healthy, non-fatty food are two methods that help to lower the risk of one developing cancer. Sugar does increase the growth of cancerous cells. But this does not necessarily mean that consuming less amounts of sugar lowers the risk of breast cancer. Phytolacca is one homeopathic medicine that helps to alleviate the pain in breast cancer patients.

It is a misconception that any formation or lump in the breast means you have breast cancer. Research shows that approximately 80% of the time, the lumps are not cancerous and could be fibroids or cysts.Many women develop fibroids or lumps in their breasts, which are not always cancerous. All women should go for regular check-ups, since early detection of breast cancer gives one the best chance at fighting the disease. Tests such as mammograms, biopsies and ultrasounds are useful in the detection of breast cancer.

Lumps in the breast as well as irregular discharge from the nipples are common symptoms of breast cancer. Studies show that the size of your breast is not an indicator of cancer. It is a misconception that women with larger breasts are especially vulnerable to developing this condition. But for those who suffer from breast cancer, a homeopathic medication called Conium can be used to disintegrate the lumps in the breast and also provide relief from pain.

Though hair loss is one of the side effects of chemotherapy, research shows that in most cases, the hair grows back. There have been multiple patients, whose hair grew back, thicker and stronger, though some patient's hair grew back sparser. Vomiting, nausea, weakness and fatigue are the usual side effects that patients suffer from while undergoing chemotherapy. A homeopathy doctor would recommend a medicine called Calendula Officinalis, which is a cream that helps to alleviate the pain and skin problems that women face after chemotherapy for breast cancer.