Posts by slyseal28

Donna Harris77 said:I’ve navigated my own cancer battle, so I truly want to support everyone here in their pursuit of wellness. Having the will to heal and staying informed about your treatment options is vital. This specific supplement wasn't available during my own treatment—it only hit the market a few years ago—but I want you all to know it exists.

THE ULTIMATE IMMUNE SYSTEM BOOST

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Globally, AHCC capsules are recognized as one of the most potent immune system enhancers. When taken in high doses, they exhibit strong anti-cancer properties and serve as a supportive aid for various conditions, including chemotherapy side effects, hepatitis, AIDS, liver cirrhosis, inflammation, chronic and opportunistic infections, fatigue syndrome, stress, autoimmune disorders, hypertension, diabetes, viral issues, and other chronic or degenerative illnesses.
It’s important to understand that AHCC doesn't target the cancer directly. Instead, it fortifies the immune system, empowering it to perform its fundamental duty: destroying tumor cells. This mechanism explains why it remains effective across a wide spectrum of cancers and related ailments.
Over 700 hospitals and medical clinics worldwide incorporate AHCC into their cancer patient treatment protocols. While there are countless dietary supplements available in Japan, AHCC stands alone as a product recognized by the American Medical Association for its efficacy.

CLINICAL EFFICACY

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AHCC is typically utilized as an adjuvant therapy alongside anti-tumor chemotherapies, or as a preventative agent to mitigate the harsh side effects caused by chemical treatments in cancer patients.
In one particular study, AHCC was administered to patients with progressive and advanced-stage cancer at dosages of 3g/day or 6g/day. Remarkably, the cancer disappeared entirely in 25 patients, while in another 28 patients, the tumor size was reduced by more than 50%.
Furthermore, AHCC has proven effective in maintaining or improving Quality of Life (QOL) metrics—such as appetite stimulation, general well-being, improved sleep patterns, and recovery from exhaustion—for patients undergoing terminal cancer treatments.

www.ImmunoMax.info

Yes, this has actually come up before. We took the printed data regarding this supplement to our professor, and he had never even heard of it. After reviewing the statistics listed on that site, he dismissed them as being poorly presented and unprofessional; frankly, he said he wouldn't touch it himself if he were in our shoes. That’s just his take, of course. We listened to his advice, and I don't believe we made a mistake by following it.

Brenda Rogers said:I know a man, about 55 now, whose mother was diagnosed with cancer twelve years ago. They lived out in the middle of nowhere, and since they weren't exactly highly educated, they didn't bother seeing a primary care physician when things first started. By the time she finally collapsed and made it to the hospital, all the doctors could do was open her up, see the massive amount of metastases, and close her back up. Given how frail and elderly she was, they just sent her home as a terminal patient.
Her son went to a local herbalist and bought basically two plastic bags full of various herbs. The pharmacist actually warned him that combining some of those specific plants could be dangerous.
As for what he did with them—whether he brewed them into a tea or just soaked them, I honestly have no clue. All I know is that every single day, she drank one egg yolk whisked into a bit of red wine. His mother recovered and lived for another twelve years; she passed away this past spring at somewhere in her 80s.
The point of my story is that you should never just accept whatever the doctors tell you.
If anyone is interested, I can try to dig up more specifics.

That’s nothing short of a miracle! Please, try to find those details. And seriously, everyone, don't ever give up... as long as there is life, there is hope. Best to all!

bluewalker30 said:I’d really love to share some of these pieces with you all...

These writings are absolutely beautiful. If you don't mind me asking, where do you find them?

A few dear friends and I are actually collaborating on a website dedicated to malignant diseases. The whole idea is to create a reliable information hub—a guide and a support system for patients, their families, and their loved ones. We're also planning to host a forum where people can exchange experiences and everything else.

The kind of pieces you've written would be such a decisive asset for the support section we're building on the site. Would you mind if we featured them there?

Angela Wright said:slyseal28, that's great—give my best to ljudina👍. We haven't heard anything regarding sarcomas lately. I assume you're in touch with them through the website. How are things looking on their end? How many more rounds of chemo do they have left?

They are doing wonderful. We've been staying in contact via the site, working away at it diligently; though, I haven't quite finished the final design yet since I need the actual copy first to make sure everything is properly linked and organized. If you have a moment, take a look at the site—I've posted some of the text... comments and critiques are more than welcome 🙂

By the way, we actually met them in person. She has just one more round of chemotherapy to go and then she's done. She's holding up well—actually, better than well! 👍

My golub starts his second cycle tomorrow. They sent us home today, which wasn't too hard on him.

Just wanted to drop in and say hello to everyone. My husband is heading in this Monday for his second round of chemo. So far, everything looks great—his blood counts are excellent. We’re just taking it one step at a time until we reach the finish line.

I see there have been some pretty interesting discussions happening here lately...

Sending my best wishes and big hugs to you all.😘

[QUOTE=Ryan Fisher64;9614183]It’s done... It's finally over. My life feels filled with nothing but horror, sadness, and pain right now. Mom passed away on July 31st at 4:30 PM in the living room. We only moved her there because my sister—who is an anesthesiologist—realized three days prior that she was struggling to breathe due to fluid in her lungs. Thanks to my sister's expertise, we could get her settled where she would receive the best possible care. We stayed by her side constantly, praying for her, but... maybe... I tried to stay optimistic until the very end, even though her body clearly showed there was no coming back. But her heart? Her heart was a fighter. It kept beating heroically until the last moment. I sat there staring like an idiot at that damn monitor showing her heart rate, praying every single second. I swear to God, I truly believed things would take a turn for the better, but her pulse dropped from 40/20 and then just vanished; a pulse that had been at 70 one second plummeted to zero in five seconds, and then... nothing. That heart, as much as I might sound tedious or foolish right now, was the thing that sustained both my sister and me through all those dark years—those times when we didn't know where we'd be tomorrow or how we'd put food on the table after our father passed. This heart kept us going, especially me, in the aftermath of the war. It worked for us until about 18 months ago when we found out Mom had cancer. And in these last 18 months, Mom was lucky enough to have one grandchild from my sister and one from me. They’re still here, wandering past her room, looking in, confused... little minds trying to make sense of someone who used to play with them, laugh with them, and love them. They turn away when they pass the door, almost like an adult double-checking if they actually dropped something. To everyone on this forum, I sincerely wish you better days. If nothing else, please, do this for me: as soon as you can, hug your loved ones. Your father, your mother—it doesn't matter. Just hold them tight. Because this... this is so heavy my hands are shaking as I write this. Please, everyone who has ever listened to me or felt a connection to my story, just listen. Hug them. I've talked about my mom more than I've talked about anyone else in my life. Dammit.[/QUOTE

I am so incredibly sorry... please accept my deepest condolences.[/QUOTE]

Angela Wright said:The Sword of Life

I really love this one regarding "A New Day." There’s something about it that captures the sheer grit required in the fight against cancer.

ruggednomad182 said:This resonates with me:

A New Day.

Whether we are thriving or struggling, we find reasons to welcome every sunrise.
During my own illness, every single morning—and honestly, during every dark moment in between—I used to tell myself, "Mickey, you can handle this." It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking everyone else has it easier, or that you're navigating this alone.
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Thanks to you all...

Hello everyone. I was hoping to ask for a small favor—we are currently brainstorming a slogan for the website I’ve mentioned here before. For those who might need a quick refresher on the project: we are collaborating with some dear friends to build a website dedicated to cancer. The vision is to create a comprehensive resource, a guide, and a support system for patients, their families, and their loved ones. We also plan to host a forum where people can share their lived experiences and navigate this together.

We want a slogan that feels powerful, impactful, recognizable, and above all, optimistic. I’ve posted three of our initial ideas on the blog, though we aren't entirely convinced they are the perfect fit just yet:

1. You are not alone
2. The fight for life
3. Toward a new day

So, I would truly appreciate it if you could offer your own suggestions or share your thoughts on these options. Please don't feel obligated to agree with ours; in fact, we are completely open to any direction you might suggest. 😁

We’re feeling a bit stuck and uninspired at the moment, so perhaps with your help, we can find some fresh momentum. Thanks in advance for sharing your perspectives and ideas. 😘

It’s incredibly difficult when you're staring down these kinds of devastating diagnoses without any real support system in place... we've certainly had our share of crises, and there were times when it felt like we were completely on our own... personally, I find some solace in the work we've started on the website alongside @sarkomom.

I honestly don't know what to say to you all... we just have to stay strong and endure... the hardest part of this entire ordeal is being the one actually fighting the illness...

I'm sending a massive hug to everyone, along with strength and good vibes... please know that we are all standing right here with those of you who are feeling overwhelmed by sadness... at least in this space, you can vent all those dark thoughts, because there are people here who truly listen, empathize, and keep you in their thoughts, especially during those moments when you feel like nobody cares anymore... 😘

I have some wonderful news regarding my husband. 🙂

We finally got the call from the hospital—the CT scan results are in, and they say there are no suspicious processes, nothing unusual to report. In short, the results are great!
It’s honestly hard to put into words how we’re feeling right now or just how much of a weight has been lifted. These recent tests, especially this CT scan, really shook us up and left us pretty terrified. Most of the scans we did leading up to the PET scan made it clear the tumor was still there; at that point, we were just bracing ourselves and hoping to see its size decrease. But the PET scan showed that the Gadget is almost entirely gone. Because of that, the scintigraphy and X-ray findings actually threw us for a loop and made us feel a bit more anxious for a moment. Regardless, there’s no room for panic or fear anymore. We’re moving forward, feeling much happier and more at peace.
Mind you, he still has four cycles of chemotherapy left, which are scheduled to start on Monday, July 23rd. But we can see the finish line now. We’ll push through, we’ll win this fight against the Gadget, and we won't let it ever even think about coming back.

Sending my best to everyone—I truly hope you all receive some good news soon, too!

Angela Wright said:It’s always good to see you popping up here.🙂
I really hope you've managed to find some air-conditioned relief.
She’s been praising that gadget constantly. Honestly, I think my mother would have passed away by now if it weren't for it.

Otherwise, things have taken a turn for the worse. She’s dealing with constant headaches, and eating has become an ordeal. Just the other day, it took me over an hour just to get her to eat something, and she kept pushing the meat aside—I didn't realize until the very last second when she started choking on it. I had to reach in and clear her throat manually, and in the chaos of it all, she bit my finger so hard I actually saw stars. It was terrifying. Things are looking grim; she’s sleeping almost continuously and rarely opens her eyes. I fear we might be approaching a coma.

I am so sorry. Sending you a huge hug and strength.

Elizabeth Collins60 said:I didn't mean to call anyone out or make you feel like you had to defend yourselves. Eating well—plenty of vegetables, fruit, olive oil—that isn't "alternative medicine." That’s just basic nutrition, something you should be doing every single day, not just waiting until a serious illness hits. As for bioenergy, I'm not entirely sure what that entails, but if it helps manage stress, then fine, provided it's used before a disease takes hold. When I say "no," I don't mean these things are bad or harmful, but unfortunately, despite all these powerful "alternatives," people are still dying from cancer. It won't hurt, sure, but is it actually effective? Probably more for those who just need to feel like they're taking action, to stave off that gut-wrenching sense of helplessness that eats away at us daily. From a medical standpoint, the idea that cancer is merely a reaction to some systemic imbalance is highly debatable. Cancer is primarily a disease, not a reaction... that’s clearly documented in any standard American medical textbook. What we all know here, though, is how brutal this fight is for us and our loved ones.

I don't feel targeted; I just happen to disagree with your perspective... No hard feelings, obviously.
My take is simply that alternative approaches and conventional medicine ought to work in tandem. And if we're categorizing things, I'd argue that proper nutrition falls under that "alternative" umbrella too...

At the end of the day, we're all just trying to find the best path for our families. Some people put their absolute faith in modern medicine alone; others lean entirely into alternative routes; and some believe the combination is the only way forward. Who’s actually right? It's hard to say. Ultimately, I think it matters most that we believe in something and do whatever we can to help ourselves and those we love.

Elizabeth Collins60 said:I’ve noticed everyone here is searching for an alternative solution. Speaking as a physician, I have to disagree; I don't believe all these various methods and concoctions can offer much help once conventional medicine has reached its limit. They might make sense as preventative measures while you're still healthy, but in a situation like this...

I feel compelled to respond, though please don't take this the wrong way:
I am not looking for "alternatives" per se, but rather allies—something to help my husband bolster an immune system that has been undeniably compromised by conventional treatments.

My husband has already completed six cycles of Doxorubicin and Holoxan. Following that, he underwent 27 radiation sessions plus 10 using conformal technique. Next week, he begins a new chemotherapy regimen: Dacarbazine and Holoxan, cycle 4.

While he was undergoing chemo, I supported him with propolis, a strict diet (plenty of vegetables and fruit, lots of fish, plenty of olive oil, and lean proteins like turkey, veal, and steak), and even took him to see a bioenergy practitioner. The result of all that effort? His blood counts never once dipped into the danger zone. Meanwhile, his doctor had explicitly told us to expect terrible results.

It is my belief that the combination of both conventional and complementary approaches is what kept him afloat. I don't subscribe to the idea that you must strictly separate the two. In my view, they can work in tandem to support those who are suffering. So, I cannot agree with your assessment that alternative methods are only useful for prevention when one is still healthy.

wanderingcanyon3 said:Seriously, people mess up basic spelling all the time. But when someone who actually knows how to use the internet writes rengen 😱

It's X-ray, you illiterate bunch.

Anyway, on topic—you can get that done at any decent photo lab.

Thank God we have people like this around to keep us all educated.
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cosmicmoose62 said:Hey everyone

Does anyone know where in Washington, D.C. I can get my X-rays converted from a CD to a digital format—basically just scanned

Please help, I need this ASAP

Thanks

In principle, any large printing shops or places that handle high-end digital printing should have heavy-duty scanners on hand. We actually had our X-rays and CT scans scanned over at RCA Studio once.

A little bit of good news: Ladies, my husband finished his last day of radiation at the Institute today! Now comes the gauntlet of testing—everything from blood work and ultrasounds to CT scans and scintigraphy. Over the next couple of weeks, we'll finally know if we’ve truly won this fight against SS-gad.
The professor told the golub that from now on, he should report to the green building for follow-ups. That’s where the oncology clinic is located, specifically because that’s where the cured and healthy patients go to see him.
Does that mean...? I’m almost too afraid to say it out loud. I’m terrified that if we get ahead of ourselves, it might boomerang back and knock us right back to square one. But then again, the optimism, strength, and hope we’ve clung to since the very beginning won't let us keep these happy thoughts to ourselves. Just a little longer...

Angela Wright said:Well, here I am again...
Well, folks, it looks like the struggle continues.👍
Ladies currently undergoing chemo—how do you say it? Just go out there and kill it.🙂

Things have settled down a bit on my end. My husband finally had that moment of clarity where he realized there’s no way to deal with his mother unless I stay in the picture to manage her. He actually spent two weeks off work, and once the dust settled from his vacation, he finally saw that our current setup is the only thing keeping the peace.😁 👍).
The result: A little extra cash in my pocket, a nagging ache in my lower back, some eczema flaring up on my hands, and an apartment that’s a total disaster zone—piles of laundry just waiting to be washed and ironed. Plus, the old man doesn't have anything left to complain about anymore. I did everything exactly the way he wanted, and frankly, it didn't matter. It wasn't enough. So, now? Now we're doing things my way.

I want to extend my sincere thanks to everyone here for the encouragement and the strength you've given me to keep moving forward. It truly means a lot.😘 😘 😘

Mom is still in the same state. Dad reached out to his cousin, who’s a neurologist, to take another look at Mom's latest MRI results. His take? He’s suggesting we revisit that decompression procedure—the stereotactic surgery—because she developed hydrocephalus back in March, and it’s almost certain things have worsened since then. He mentioned that if they could just drain some of that fluid, she might find some relief, and honestly, it would mean the world to me if she could regain even a fraction of her ability to speak. We actually went through a connection to get a second opinion from a renowned neurosurgeon—another one of Dad's cousins—but he isn't pushing for the surgery, seemingly for purely pragmatic hospital-related reasons. We’re just waiting now to see what my cousin decides to do next.
The palliative care situation here—whether you’re looking at hospital settings or home health services—is an absolute shambles. It's just complete and utter chaos.👎 I honestly fail to see the logic behind refusing to legalize euthanasia. If we aren't willing to grant people a way to navigate their final days with a bit more dignity and significantly less agony, then why bother? From a purely pragmatic standpoint—and I know this sounds cold—wouldn't the state save a fortune by not pouring endless resources into treating terminal dependencies or futile end-of-life struggles? It seems far more efficient to let someone go peacefully rather than forcing them to endure a slow, agonizing decline just for the sake of tradition.😠

I’m glad things have finally settled down back home. Even in this exhausting world, you need those moments where the clouds break and you can actually see the sun for a second. It's about time. 🙂

Amanda Williams64 said:I truly hope this sudden silence isn't the quiet before some kind of storm. It’s unsettling, isn't it? One moment there's activity, and the next, nothing but an eerie stillness. I can only pray it isn't a sign of something tragic unfolding behind the scenes.😕 Please, reach out—even if you don't have much good news to share.😎

I suppose I’m holding onto that same hope, too...

My husband has been dealing with some new developments lately. We’ve finally finished up that wider area radiation treatment—he wrapped up his 27th session just recently.

And so, it begins—they’re moving forward with the targeted radiation treatments. They’ve got about fifteen cases lined up over at the Mayo Clinic, since the local hospital doesn't have the 3D CT equipment necessary to handle this properly.

steelbadger83 said:In hospital slang, they call them "red" and "white," but red refers to Adriamycin therapy, which is pretty aggressive—it causes nausea and hair loss.
White chemo can vary in composition depending on its purpose and carries different side effects, though it rarely, if ever, causes hair loss.

Red chemo isn't just about nausea and losing your hair. My husband went through six cycles of the red stuff—Adriamycin (doxorubicin) combined with Ifosfamide (cyclophosphamide). Interestingly enough, his hair actually started growing back after the third cycle and stayed put. He didn't deal with vomiting at all; he just had some abdominal pain about four days after treatment. His appetite remained excellent, too—in fact, he even put on some weight.

That said, red Adriamycin is notoriously hard on the blood vessels and the heart muscle; it really takes a toll on the body. It’s so caustic that it has to be administered slowly via infusion over several hours. If it leaks out of the vein, it literally burns the vessel and the surrounding tissue.

Ultimately, side effects aren't a universal rule. Some people get lucky and breeze through chemo without much trouble, while others, unfortunately, face a brutal set of side effects.

Angela Wright said:Mom isn't doing well; she’s barely even talking anymore. The swelling has gone down quite a bit, thanks to those oil drops we've been using for massages.👍 I haven't been able to pick up the tea because things are so tense right now with my dad, and I don't even dare suggest it to him.
A few days ago, she woke up with her lips all swollen—it was terrible, honestly, she looked like she’d had some botched silicone injections. I initially thought it was an allergic reaction since she was cramping up quite a bit, which is what the home health nurse thought when she stopped by. I tried to get her mouth open just to see if her tongue was swollen too, and once I managed to do that, I realized there was this layer of fungus on her tongue and along the inside of her lips and gums, several millimeters thick. I immediately brewed some sage tea to rinse it out, and the nurse advised her to get some Rojazol gel for the oral cavity. Anyway, the swelling subsided within two days. I suspect it’s a side effect of the medication; my dear father refuses to give her the pills with yogurt and insists on giving them with juice instead. She ends up tucking the tablets against her cheek like a little hamster, then crushes and chews them with her food rather than swallowing them whole. If she had the yogurt, she’d swallow them easily, but feeding her is such a struggle because she gets so nauseated, and I suppose it’s exhausting for her to constantly have to wipe her and chase her with a spoon every time she spits.

At any rate, my mother is heading toward her final destination, taking slow but steady steps. I just hope it happens quickly and peacefully, without the kind of suffering I’ve read about from other people on these forums.😢

I'm right here with you...😢