Posts by Angela Wright

I took a deep dive into what’s currently published onPubMed. For the most part, the data shows the drug isn't toxic, and there are some promising signs that it actually boosts quality of life for patients. However, there's a catch—every single study includes the same disclaimer: we still need much more rigorous testing and development before we can claim any definitive, concrete results.

melloworca6 said:I think I remember seeing you write about this somewhere. Honestly, what can I say? That woman is absolute trash. 👎

That’s exactly why people need to report this kind of behavior—you have to be willing to take legal action if necessary.

It isn't quite that black and white. We are facing a chronic shortage of doctors across the country, especially specialists. In this case, we're talking about a pediatric oncologist. Even if she happens to be a terrible human being, she is still the one treating those kids. As for the legal system? It doesn't work that way. She’ll likely keep her job, while the family might lose out on crucial support services. You have to ask yourself: what is the actual point of winning a lawsuit if the child loses their life in the process?

melloworca6 said:The state of our healthcare system is a total disaster.

Seriously, everyone, tell me: what would you actually do if your primary care doctor started screaming at you and treating you like garbage?

It happened to my girlfriend just the other day. She hasn't been feeling well, so she’s been seeing her doctor quite a bit lately. On top of the usual throat, ear, and sinus infections, it looks like she's dealing with some vascular issues now too. And this doctor just lost it on her, snapping about what she expects from her.

And let me ask you this: what would you do if, God forbid, your child had a malignant illness, and for three months straight, you were stuck in a hospital bed with zero clarity on the diagnosis or the treatment plan? What if you couldn't catch a single physician for a consultation, and you finally had to corner one just to get answers to questions you have every right to ask—only for them to hiss through their teeth:
"Stop ambushing me like terrorists in the middle of the street! Leave me alone! I'm busy treating kids who can actually be saved!"
Look, we are all part of this broken machine. This system is exactly what we allowed it to become, and we aren't doing a damn thing to fix it. In plain English, we are living through the consequences of our own collective passivity and inertia.

Casey Palmer5 said:Hey everyone, you guys have wandered a bit too far off track!

I am not. 🤷I gave that guy an answer, and I dealt with those callouts that didn't have anything to do with the actual topic.

I’m still keeping a close eye on this thread, just waiting to see if Rebecca Moore8 drops any more of those brilliant insights of hers.
So far, Sam Hall15 is the only one who’s actually offered anything concrete. Everyone else just latched onto my tangents like a drunk clinging to a pier.

Anonymous said:Dear Angela Wright,
your post is the definition of "lecturing," considering you're talking about stuff you don't understand and handing out advice that has zero basis in reality. Talk about an ego trip.

Oh, please. Why don't you go ahead and point out exactly where I gave medical advice without citing my professional background? Right here? I shared what I learned, and so what? Is this some high-level medical board meeting or a public forum where regular folks show up too? Sorry, but just because you have a medical degree doesn't mean you're the ultimate authority on every single health topic under the sun. Even us laypeople know a thing or two.
What a joke. 😍

Anonymous said:Look, feralharbor89,
before you drown us out with all that applause, take a second to actually read what these "on-call doctors" have been posting. You'll see just how much advice and genuine support they've provided to people in need right here on this forum. They do all of this pro bono, in their own free time, too. It’s a shame you aren't checking the private messages, because that's where even more questions get answered.
At the end of the day, we're just trying to fight against medical stereotypes and stop people from playing doctor without any training.🙂

I'm sorry, but in this topic I keep "visiting," I haven't seen a single doctor offer anything remotely intelligent—aside from the mods who pop in occasionally because they work in the field.
It’s truly a shame I can't see all those people you claim to have helped.
Talk about being a know-it-all. ☕

boldseal54 said:Can someone please give me a quick breakdown of the results my mother received today?

DG/ Meta lymph interpectoralis (Rotter) R.side
Post-op status segmentally dissected axilla R. side, Stage IV breast cancer.
Status post chemotherapy

OP/ Excision of Rotter's lymph nodes

PHD/ Metastatic carcinoma of the lymph nodes

The patient was admitted to our department for evaluation and surgical management regarding suspected metastatic changes in the interpectoral and axillary lymph nodes. Previous medical documentation is attached. Following appropriate preoperative workup, surgery was indicated and performed on 9/7/10, resulting in the findings above. Postoperative course was unremarkable.
Home care, with instructions for the patient to report to the internal oncology and radiology departments at the Cancer Center for consultation regarding further oncological treatment. Surgical follow-up in 2 months, or sooner if necessary.

A tissue specimen measuring 8.6 x 3.5 x 1 cm was received, containing a cross-striated muscle measuring 6 x 3 x 1 cm, which appears macroscopically normal. In the remaining tissue section, several confluent lymph nodes measuring 7-9 mm are visible, appearing white and fatty in color upon sectioning. Histologically, these lymph nodes contain large clusters of atypical epithelial cells that have breached the lymph node capsule and are infiltrating the surrounding connective and fatty tissue.
A second tissue specimen measuring 9.5 x 4.5 x 1.7 cm was received, showing breast parenchyma with non-proliferative and proliferative fibrocystic disease along with several foci of lobular hyperplasia.

Essentially, this means there are metastases in the lymph nodes near the armpit that have broken through the node casing and started spreading into the nearby connective tissue.
I’m assuming the primary source is breast cancer.
That’s my take as a layperson, but I'm sure someone with actual medical expertise will jump in soon to clarify.

There’s a Sleep Disorders Center over at the local Mayo Clinic. I've heard they do pretty solid work.

urbanorca said:I just got back from Washington, D.C., after spending 10 days there, and I was honestly shocked that I didn't see a single person exercising—not even walking in the parks. I’m thinking specifically about older folks, who would benefit immensely from staying active: instead, people are just sitting in cafes, sipping coffee, eating, and basically living life completely sedentary.

Why isn't there some kind of massive campaign to get people moving more?

There actually is one, organized by an obesity prevention association. We actually collaborate with them on our own initiative to encourage people to get screened, focus on prevention, and educate high school students. (It's part of a mrak campaign.)
I don't know exactly what time of day you were out or which parts of D.C. you hit, but if you head to spots like the waterfront, the local parks, or the big greenbelts, you'll find recreational enthusiasts everywhere. Plus, the hiking trails near the outskirts are a total paradise for retirees 😉. You can even find people out in the small neighborhood parks constantly. On top of that, there is a ton of cycling happening all over the city.
In my opinion, the residents here are much more health-conscious than people in smaller towns.

Anonymous said:Wait, since when are kidney removals outpatient? I'd love to learn more about that, so definitely keep us posted...
By the way, maybe ask those "family doctors" how many kidneys they've actually removed themselves before claiming it's "that simple."
Good grief!

This whole mess started because of some headline in the news about people being snatched off the streets—or wherever—and shoved into these mobile clinics that supposedly meet sterile standards, just to be anesthetized and have their kidneys harvested for resale.
I’m done arguing with these "doctors." Honestly, I’ve had my fill of them today, especially with their massive egos and the way they only show up when they want to lecture you, but the second you need actual, expert advice, they suddenly lose their tongues.
I've laid out the info I have. So, if any "colleagues" who are actually smarter than my own lot want to take over the debate and decide who's "smart" versus who's "brilliant," feel free to "explain" the reality of the situation to the common folk. Personally, I couldn't care less. There are much bigger fish to fry here.

velvetmarlin17 said:Maybe you should try managing your ego a bit. And learn how pluralism works. 👎

😁
Honestly, it doesn't feel like my ego is the issue here.
Pluralism is practically part of my DNA. That’s exactly why I work for a non-profit dedicated to the very subjects this thread is dissecting.

velvetmarlin17 said:And who exactly said that every single compound on that list is being used to fight cancer? That list was simply an answer to your previous question.

Putting words in someone else's mouth isn't a great look.

Look, friend, we are discussing cancer and the medications specifically designed to treat malignant conditions, yet you’re acting like an Occupational Therapist. This whole misunderstanding was born from your own interpretation, which clearly stems from a fundamental lack of understanding of the subject matter. Cancer isn't just one single disease; it's a massive collection of biologically and cellularly distinct malignant conditions. There is no magic "silver bullet" natural compound out there capable of wiping out a malignant cell regardless of its specific type or structure while simultaneously halting the further divisions and mutations that make the job so difficult. To actually get results, you need compounds that function as sophisticated, intelligent mechanisms designed to disrupt those specific biological systems. In that light, whether some trivial compound found in nature can be patented or not is completely irrelevant. What actually matters—what Big Pharma fights over and makes their billions on—is the patenting of complex chemical cocktails.

velvettinker72 said:I urgently need a contact number for the Sail and New Day associations.
Thanks in advance

Just click my signature and you'll be directed straight to the New Day site. Otherwise, a quick Google search will pull us right up.😉
Feel free to shoot me a DM, too. I’m the secretary for the association.

velvetmarlin17 said:Vitamin A
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Vitamin B-6
Vitamin B-12
EPA
DHA
CLA
GLA
Phytosterols
Phenolics
Ployphenols
Anthocyanins
EGCG
TMG
Silymarin
Echinacea
Curcuminoids
Ginkgoflavoneglycosides
Astragalus menbran
Panax ginseng
Green tea
L-arabinose
Diindolylmethane
Rhodiola rosea
Maitake d
L-glutathione
Coenzyme Q-10
Lipoic acid
Lycopene
Ellagic acid
Quercetin
Acetyl-L-carnitine
Resveratrol
Probiotic blend
Exclzyme enzymes
Lactoferrin
Piperine
Graviola
Cinnamon bark
Bilberry extract
Beta 1,3 Glucan
Lutein
Luteolin
Zeaxanthin
N Acetylcysteine
Fucoidan
Gymnema silv
Vinpocetine
Protein whey
Thiamin
Riboflavin
Niacin
Folate
Biotin
Pantothenic acid
L-carnosine
Aloe vera
Trimethylglycine
Bovine cartilage
Tocotrienols
Lecithin
Calcium-d-glucarate
MSM
Stevia leaf
IP6 inositol hexa
L-theanine
SAMe
Citrus bioflavonoids
Benfotiamine

and plenty of others... 🙂

Some of these items are actually groups of compounds or biological sources of compounds.

I had no idea Vitamin A was a cancer cure. Can you back up any of those compounds with an actual study proving they treat cancer?

Sam Hall15 said:Performing a kidney removal in an outpatient setting is a reckless move unless you have absolutely no other choice, and frankly, that logic applies to most surgeries. That said, the priority now is ensuring the wound heals properly without any infection and managing a solid post-op recovery. Provided there aren't any major underlying heart or lung issues, the recovery should proceed smoothly, allowing for a return to a high quality of life with just some extra precautions...

The doctors in my family have told me that a kidney removal is actually straightforward enough to be done as an outpatient procedure. Sure, people love to spin those horror stories about organ theft—you know, getting knocked out, having a kidney snatched, and waking up on a curb with nothing but a surgical scar. Of course that sounds crazy; obviously, anyone would aim for the most ideal hospital conditions possible. My point was strictly about the level of expertise and the facility where the surgery takes place.

Look, there's no reason to panic here; everything is going to turn out fine. They clearly had to move forward with the removal to prevent things from spiraling out of control. Rebecca Moore8, just try to get some rest.

Rebecca Moore8 said:A couple of years ago, Grandpa was in a minor accident that ended up crushing his kidney. He had surgery today, and they were supposed to stitch some vessels near the kidney, but they couldn't do it, so they just removed it entirely. Right now he’s in the shock room. I have no idea how this is going to play out. He’s already been through surgery for a hernia and an appendectomy before, but what's really eating at me is that this surgery happened over in Mexico. Dad kept telling him he should have gone to Germany or somewhere else where the doctors are actually better. Honestly, I'm spiraling right now and I'm terrified that something is going to go wrong with him. Has anyone dealt with something like this? Grandpa is 65. 😢

Look, people live perfectly normal lives with just one kidney, and sometimes a nephrectomy can even be handled as an outpatient procedure in a sterile environment.
I don't see much reason to panic. Doctors in Mexico are just as capable of performing these types of surgeries as specialists anywhere else in the world. In fact, given their unique international status and the amount of humanitarian aid they receive, I wouldn't be surprised if their medical tech and medication supplies are actually superior to some neighboring countries.

velvetmarlin17 said:My point still stands, plain and simple.

Honestly, you’re just contradicting yourself here. You haven't managed to name a single specific substance to back up your claim, whereas Rachel Brooks63 and I have already provided actual examples.

But look, what we think doesn't really move the needle. What actually matters is that research keeps pushing toward smarter, higher-quality medications and that they remain accessible to everyone, regardless of their diagnosis.
The logistics of how to negotiate the best pricing while keeping costs down fall squarely on the shoulders of our governing structures. It’s their job to advocate for their constituents and go toe-to-toe with Big Pharma to secure the best possible deal for the public. Meanwhile, civil society—patient advocacy groups—exists to scream and apply pressure to both sides. It’s an endless tug-of-war, and everyone needs to be ready for it.

Amy Richardson3 said:Sending good vibes to everyone in this thread. My mom was just diagnosed with Stage IV small cell lung cancer a few days ago. The only option they’ve given her is chemotherapy.
I'm incredibly worried, and even though I'm trying my best to stay optimistic, my gut tells me she might not make it. She's 63, a smoker, and deals with asthma. On the bright side, getting access to decent hospitals isn't an issue here, which is a relief. I'm doing my best not to project all my anxiety onto her, though. Today she went over to Mayo Clinic for some urine clearance tests to check her kidney function so they can figure out how much chemo her body can actually handle.

Check out the other topic on this forum about lung cancer. There's a really inspiring story there about a guy living in Australia who responded incredibly well to treatment, even when it looked like he was losing the fight. His wife is the one posting; you can find his updates toward the end of that thread.

velvetmarlin17 said:You can't just go around patenting a natural chemical substance found in nature; it's not legally possible to protect it from being copied via patents.
Your little comparison about bottle design doesn't apply to patent protection—that’s design protection. Those are two entirely different legal animals, and one absolutely does not apply to chemical compounds.

I think you're wrong, but let's not get into a massive brawl right now. Why don't you actually name one of these "impossible to patent" natural substances and back it up with some actual scientific evidence?
Take Myko-san, for instance. They use mushrooms containing the AHCC (active hexose correlated compound) complex and/or beta-d-glucans, which have been used in Japan for ages to help treat malignant diseases. There are plenty of studies proving they work; their immunomodulatory effects are incredibly well-documented, whether you're looking at infections or cancer patients, through clinical trials, in vivo animal studies, and even in vitro research. Yet, Myko-san went ahead and patented and packaged the whole thing, and now they're raking it in selling 50 $0.00/mo doses 😉.
Meanwhile, you'll find various other companies offering the exact same beta glucan compound in different packaging or combinations, usually at a slightly lower price point.
And guess what? People buy both like there's no tomorrow.

Medicine isn't an exact science. Not even close.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exact_science

I think we're fundamentally on the same page here. I was simply clarifying my definition of what constitutes "exact."

cosmicridge5 said:Hey everyone,

We have about 40 cartons left over of Allstate and Procter & Gamble (roughly 20 of each). We want to give them away for free, so if anyone could actually use them, please reach out. We can meet up somewhere in town so you can pick them up..

Angela Wright, I know you're pretty active over on the 'Unknown' forum too, so let me know if you think I should drop a post there as well?

Best, and wishing everyone strength and luck...

Just put it in the classifieds section. Our traffic is huge right now. Don't be shocked if you get messages from people in Mexico or Canada, since they tend to buy this stuff up more often.

velvetmarlin17 said:There’s no way to protect a well-known natural substance from being copied.

Look, anything widely known was patented years ago, and the money from those patents has already been made and spent.
Here’s an example—not from medicine or pharmacology, but from commerce (though they overlap enough that the comparison holds water):
Some smart guy decided to check if the shape of a Coca-Cola bottle was actually patented. It wasn't. So, he designed his own version, and eventually, Coca-Cola had to cut him a massive check for infringing on his design. If you recall, we're talking about those iconic bottles with the white lettering.
In the pharmaceutical world, there's this concept called generics. Once a patent expires, companies can churn out copies of the drug—which often work just as well—but at a much lower price point. In oncology, it’s a tougher game because companies usually hold onto their patents just long enough to develop and refine a newer, superior treatment.

Medicine isn't an exact science. In fact, it's barely a science at all; it’s more like a blend of scientific data, clinical skill, and educated guesswork. I remember hearing someone at a medical school lecture say: "We have bad news and really bad news. The bad news is that half of what we've taught you is wrong. The really bad news is that we don't know which half."

🙂

Medicine is an exact science within its specific professional parameters, but it isn't "exact" in the sense that knowledge is constantly expanding. I won't go along with your "guesswork" argument—that sounds more like the realm of alternative medicine. You start with a hypothesis, and then it has to be validated through rigorous research and study—evidence-based practice.
Doctors study for a lifetime, but they don't learn it from textbooks; they learn it in the field.