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Originally posted by paperplanes
I know admittedly little about this particular cancer, but I did a bit of searching online for helpful information. We have had a few children develop cancer in our family, and the parents have unanimously said that the internet is wonderful for tips regarding the alleviation of discomfort, setting up the proper home environment, and the like, while joining support groups or discussing the issue with the parents of other ill children can be harmful. The problem seems to be that these groups can often exacerbate the pain and worry the parents are already feeling, due to the overwhelming presence of other families' anguish. Of course, many people find these groups helpful--I only want you to approach them with a bit of necessary caution. I did locate the following webpage, created by a family whose son survived Ewing's Sarcoma. It has several pages of advice relating to nausea alleviation, home preparation, etc. as well as an extensive (I do mean extensive) collection of links for everything from support groups and associations to medical journals, survival pages and helpful books. www.cureourchildren.org...
I'm sorry I can't provide anything more than this. I wish your family only the best during this difficult time.
Originally posted by annefran
Attitude is everything.
Nutrition is right up there beside it. Have had reasonable experience with Gerson therapy.
According to many nutritionists cancer is fed by sugar. Therefore, sugar should be avoided. Please google Gerson Therapy.
Also, important is stimulation of the natural immune system. I would recommend a 'proper' reiki practitioner (there's a lot of charlatans out there).
I know where you are coming from. Anything is worthwhile when a member of your family has cancer. Leave no stone unturned.
I will be sending some reiki over to your son every night before I sleep.
We all very much care about this. It's an awful situation, bit you WILL get through it.
Originally posted by ll__raine__ll
i've no knowledge or wisdom to share
but wishing your son, self and family all the very best.
Originally posted by Ign0rant
I know how it is. You are panicked and it seems like you are drowned in agony and pain. Some of my relatives are also currently battling cancer. For your son the most obvious action is to tell him what you truly feel about him. Spend time with him and make sure you don't waste any time. But even more important hopefully the cancer is in it's early stages and the chemo drugs don't have to be too strong. When the chemo begins to have it's pharmacological effects make sure your are there. When he vomits your presence will make it better. One thing to remember is that those battling cancer sometime want to be left alone. If your son ever gives off that vibe be sure to respect his wishes. Many times I thought that spending time with my relatives was a favor to them but all they wanted to do was be alone.
That's all I can think of as to the best method on how to approach this. Hopefully your son will get thought this. Best of luck.
-Ign0RanT
Originally posted by DaRAGE
Seriously give it a go.Is there anything to stop you trying some of these? Is maple sugar and bicarb going to hurt your child? Are vitamins and a bit of sunshine going to hurt? or eating some kernels?
Originally posted by JohnnyCanuck
Originally posted by DaRAGE
Seriously give it a go.Is there anything to stop you trying some of these? Is maple sugar and bicarb going to hurt your child? Are vitamins and a bit of sunshine going to hurt? or eating some kernels?
But I stress that many well-meaning folks try to steer others away from standard treatments, and as a cancer survivor myself I can say that is a mistake. I enlisted a naturopath to get me through my radiation therapy, and that's why I encourage all to do the same.