What is Breast Cancer?
Breast cancer is a disease in which the cells of the breast grow uncontrollably and form a mass or tumor. This tumor can be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). Malignant tumors can invade surrounding tissues and spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. The exact cause of breast cancer is still not known but certain factor may predispose an individual to increased risk of developing breast cancer.
Types of Breast Cancer:
1) Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS): It is non-invasive type of breast cancer and is confined to milk ducts.
2) Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC): It is a type of cancer in which tumor cells begins in the milk ducts and invade the surrounding tissues.
3) Lobar Carcinoma In Situ (LCIS): Its non-invasive type of breast cancer and is confined to milk lobules.
4) Invasive Lobar Carcinoma (ILC): It begins in the lobules of the breast and further invade surrounding tissues.
What are the treatment options for breast cancer?
A) Modern Treatment Options:
Breast Cancer treatment options vary depending on the stage of the cancer at which it is diagnosed, type of the cancer, genetic mutations of the cancer, overall individual health of the patient, and his personal preferences. Modern treatment options for breast cancer as follows:
1) Surgery:- Lumpectomy: It involves removal of the tumor and a small margin surrounding of tissues. This is to achieve negative margin of resection.
- Mastectomy: It involves removal one or both the breasts.
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery: It may follow mastectomy to restore breast appearance.
2) Radiation Therapy: In radiation therapy, high energy rays are used to target and kill cancer cells. Radiation therapy can be given pre and post-operatively.
3) Chemotherapy: In this chemotherapeutic drugs is used to kill cancer cells and stop it’s growth. In neo-adjuvant chemotherapy, chemotherapy is given pre-operatively and in adjuvant chemotherapy, chemotherapeutic drugs is administered pre-operatively.
4) Hormone Therapy: For hormone-receptor positive cancer cells like (ER, PR, and Her2). Certain drugs like Tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitor are used to block or lower estrogen levels.
5) Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy helps to boost the immune system and fight cancer cells.
B) Ayurvedic Treatment Options:
Dr. Ravi Gupta, an esteemed and well-known Ayurveda Cancer Consultant has over twelve years of experience in managing breast cancer through Ayurveda. He has a holistic Ayurvedic approach toward managing cancer patients and his treatment plan is tailored as per individual patient’s doshic constitution. His treatment plan enhances or improves overall well-being of cancer patients. Below is mentioned certain key treatment modality offered by Dr. Ravi Gupta in treatment of Breast Cancer:
1) Herbal Medicine: Dr. Ravi Gupta advises certain key Ayurvedic herbs like Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum Linn), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), etc. in the treatment and management of breast cancer. These Ayurvedic herbs has anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and immune boosting properties.
These herbs helps to inhibit growth and proliferation in breast cancer patients. They also help to reduce inflammation and further strengthen the body natural defence mechanism.
2) Dietary Therapy: Dr. Ravi Gupta, Ayurveda Cancer Consultant advises personalized treatment plans with an emphasis on pure, easily digestible, and nutrient-rich diet. His diet plan includes fresh fruits and vegetables. He also emphasizes on whole grains and food that is rich in ant-cancer properties. It is strictly advisable to avoid processed and fried foods.
3) Panchakarma or Detoxification Therapy: Dr. Ravi Gupta advises various Panchakarma or Detoxification procedures like Virechana (Purgation), Basti (Medicated Enemas), and Abhyanga (Herbal Oil Massage) that proves extremely beneficial in breast cancer patients. This Panchakarma or Detoxification procedures do help to remove the toxins or ama from the body. It enhances circulation in breast cancer patients and further help to improve standard of living.
4) Rasayana or Rejuvenation Therapy: Dr. Ravi Gupta advises various Ayurvedic formulations that helps to rejuvenate the body and further improve immunity in breast cancer patients. Certain Ayurvedic Rasayana formulations like Chyawanprash, Brahmi Rasayana, and Bala Ghrita helps to improve immunity and enhance recovery post cancer.
6) Lifestyle Recommendations: Dr. Ravi Gupta advises breast cancer patients to follow strict Dinacharya recommendations that aligns with the natural rhythms of the body and helps in recovery from breast cancer. Dr. Ravi Gupta advises breast cancer patients to do daily regular exercise with mindful living.
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