Acupuncture

Acupuncture - A form of ancient Chinese medicine that applies thin needles to specific areas of the body, or acupoints, to stimulate energy flow. In cancer treatment, acupuncture may be used in combination with traditional cancer therapies to help relieve symptoms (e.g., nausea, pain) related to the illness and its treatment.

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