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Old 04-14-2017, 07:56 AM   #2
Cathya
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Re: Alternative Meds?

Katt;

My son-in-law uses marijuana oils to fight the pain he suffers in his back due to arthritis and scoliosis. During the day he uses oil containing CBD so he is able to work and at night he uses one with some THC which helps him get a good nights sleep. He is very happy with this treatment and finds the oils far better than smoking. I've also noticed a huge improvement in his overall health and being now that he is more rested and not suffering with pain.

However, as a cancer patient, I would stick to traditional treatments in the fight of the disease and perhaps use marijuana to assist with stress as well as with any pain issues.

Cathy
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Diagnosed Jan. 2005 tumor in supraclavicular node
Stage 3c, Grade 3, ER/PR+, Her2++
4 AC, 4 Taxol, Radiation, Arimidex, Actonel
Herceptin for 9 months until Muga dropped and heart enlarged
Restarting herceptin weekly after 4 months off
Stopped herceptin after four weekly treatments....score dropped to 41
Finished 6 years Arimidex
May 2015 diagnosed with ovarian cancer
Stage 1C
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Genetic testing show BRCA1 VUS
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29 March 2018 Lung biopsy following chest CT showing tumours in pleura of left lung, waiting for results to the question bc or ovarian
April 20, 2018 BC mets confirmed, ER/PR+ now Her2-
Questions about the possibility of ovarian spread and mets to bones so will be tested and monitored for these.
To begin new drug Palbociclib (Ibrance) along with Letrozole May, 2018.
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