Linda Epstein wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> My sister's breast cancer has moved to her bone and liver. Liver function
> results continue to worsen. We are now trying a holistic doctor
> who dispenses Korean "medicines," performs accupuncture, moxbustion and tape
> therapy. She seems to be feeling less pain and more energy as a result of this
> treatment (or a result of the last chemo leaving her.)
>
> She is having a problem with Eastern philosophy, etc. and is
> about ready to give up on it. She is having one more Doxil treatment and then
> there's no other options with conventional medicine that we know of. Because
> of her liver function, she is ineligible for most clinical trials.
>
> Does anyone know of a reputable holistic doctor in the Massachusettes area?
> She doesn't want to travel very far and leave her two children.
>
> We are trying to stay positive and to help her outlook. It seems that this is
> a vital factor in healing, but is very difficult to maintain. Since she is
> weak, we are looking for things that can be done in the home, but she can
> travel as necessary. Any suggestions on how to keep our attitudes in the right
> place?
>
> Thank you all for your kindness!
> Linda (Epstein@faxon.com)
Dear Linda,
I lived in the Boston area for ten years and never had the need for a
holistic physician. I truly wish I had, so that I could be of some help.
Saying that there has to be one in Cambridge somewhere just dosn't do it.
I will call some of my friends in Massachusettes to see if they know of
anyone.
It is so important to find a person that your sister feels comfortable
with, and can have trust in their treatment method. Don't give up...the
goal is to support her with positive feelings, hope in the future and
faith in God. I was able to survive my cancer so far by engrosing myself
in learning as much as I could, staying focused on what I had to do,
praying and tuning into those with a positive message at home and on this
website.
Stay positive and God Bless you and your sister. If I can be of any help
or should you just need someone to talk with please donn't hesitate to
contact me directly.
John
lehnerj1@ix.netcom.com
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