Dispelling myths about the spread of malignant tumors
Experts from the Cancer Center of the Methodist Hospital Houston refute popular misconceptions about cancer and its spread throughout the body.
Can a biopsy trigger the development of metastases?
Over the years, the Internet rumors linking holding a needle biopsy of the spread of cancer throughout the body. In reality, there is no evidence to suggest that a needle biopsy or needle biopsy - a procedure used to diagnose many types of cancer - may contribute to metastasis of malignant cells.
According to the oncologist Eric Bernicker, a needle biopsy of early neoplastic lesions in the breast, thyroid, lung, or allow to diagnose cancer before it began to spread throughout the body. This procedure helps the doctor determine whether a patient has a malignant neoplasm and to appoint the best course of treatment.
In most cases, surgeons can no harm to the patient to remove a small piece of the tumor using a fine needle. The exceptions are the eyes of the tumor and seminal glands that require sampling of blood, the use of visualization techniques, or removal of the entire tumor.
The cause of metastasis is not a mechanical impact needles, malignant cells and the acquisition of the ability of the local structure for release of tumor and enter the bloodstream.
Cancer and Massage
The research results continue to deny the myth that massage promotes the spread of cancer cells through the lymphatic vessels. Studies also suggest that the increased blood flow caused by the massage does not exceed the increase in blood flow that occurs during exercise or under ordinary physical activity.
Many cancer centers offer therapeutic massage as a form of therapy aimed at reducing the severity of symptoms associated with chemotherapy, and improving the quality of life of the patient. Trigger point therapy is recommended for the nausea, a side effect of chemotherapy. Massage of moderate strength helps to reduce pain, muscle tension and psychological stress.
Massage therapist, physical therapist Norma Reyna (Norma Reyna) notes that it is very important to the course of massage therapy to discuss options with your doctor. It is also necessary to take precautionary measures, which include:
- Individual selection of the intensity of exposure in order to avoid bruising and soreness;
- Check for patient adverse reactions to massage lotions and oils;
- rejection of aggressive forms of massage therapy during cancer therapy, including deep tissue massage and sports massage.
Is sugar diet for cancer?
Sugar is not conducive to the spread of cancer. However, eating large quantities of sugar, particularly in the bakery products may contribute to the emergence of excess body weight. This, in turn, may eventually develop into obesity, a risk factor for certain types of cancer.
Sugar is a natural compound, which is part of the food and supplies energy to all the cells of our body.
According to nutritionist Renee Stubbins, the average American used more than 60 pounds of sugar a year, or about 500 calories per day. In this case, the main aspect of any healthy balanced diet is its moderation.
Natural sugars that make up the fruit, vegetables and grains are necessary to maintain muscle mass and total body weight during the period of anti-tumor therapy. Also demonstrated their positive role in the fight against cancer. Disclaimer of refined sugars that make up the pastry and other desserts, and fruit consumption contributes to maintaining a healthy weight and prevent the development of diseases.
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