Alternative treatments for cervical cancerIf you have cervical cancer and still want to have children, it's natural to investigate alternative treatments. It's not a good idea, though, to bypass traditional therapy, which will likely involve some surgery. I am a big believer in vitamins, antioxidants, natural living, eating healthy, and the mind-body connection. I have revolutionized my lifestyle since I was diagnosed with cervical cancer, but ignoring the advice of my doctor and not getting surgery was not something I considered. When you have cancer, the cancer has invaded and destroyed some tissue, and there's no going back. The tissue is not going to grow back. The cancer has to be removed, and the best way to do that is surgery because chemotherapy just doesn't reach the cervix well. Topical treatment is not effective either. I want to stress that if you have cervical cancer, incorporating alternative therapies like acupuncture, meditation, vitamins and herbal remedies can help you get through treatment and the stress involved. I strongly recommend acupuncture--I loved it, and it truly helped me with stress. But don't think that these other therapies should replace surgery to remove the cancer. Once you have had surgery, taking really good care of your health can help your immune system to keep HPV under control and prevent recurrences. Check out my list of recommended supplements and my page on healthier living. These things can help boost your immune system. You may also have specific deficiencies, so talking to a nutritionist can help fine tune your supplements.
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