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Video: Naturopathic Medicine for Gynecologic Cancer
Director of Naturopathic Medicine Katherine Anderson discusses how women who are fighting gynecologic cancer may benefit from using natural therapies such as folic acid and CoQ10.Naturopathic Medicine for Vaginal Cancer
Naturopathic clinician Katherine Anderson talks about different naturopathic therapies for vaginal cancer.
Naturopathic Medicine for Vaginal Cancer
Every vaginal cancer patient who comes to Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) has the opportunity to see a naturopathic clinician.
As part of your CTCA care team, naturopaths act as consultants to your oncologists, and are committed to advancing your overall health and wellness. Throughout your vaginal cancer treatment, your naturopathic clinician will use natural therapies to support your immune system and reduce any treatment-related side effects.
Naturopathic Therapies During Vaginal Cancer Treatment
During your first visit to CTCA, your naturopath will conduct a 30-minute consultation with you. During this time, you’ll discuss your health history, as well as any side effects you are experiencing.
When building your naturopathic treatment plan, your clinician will consider your particular type of vaginal cancer, as well as your previous and current treatments.
Your naturopath will also explain the goals of naturopathic medicine, which aim to:
- Support normal metabolism and digestion for optimal nutrition during vaginal cancer treatment.
- Manage any side effects of cancer treatment, such as nausea or fatigue.
- Boost immune function.
- Support long-term health and wellness.
Easing Side Effects
The naturopathic clinicians at CTCA have comprehensive knowledge of all cancer-fighting therapies. Throughout your vaginal cancer treatment, your clinician will suggest naturopathic treatments to help to minimize any foreseen side effects of upcoming therapies.
Common side effects of chemotherapy, surgery and other common vaginal cancer treatments may include gastrointestinal problems, hot flashes and fatigue. Your naturopath will tailor a personalized plan for you with a goal of decreasing treatment-related side effects.
Care Under One Roof
Your naturopath communicates regularly with your oncologists and the other members of your vaginal cancer team. Our Patient Empowered Care® clinic brings your medical oncologist, clinic nurse, registered dietitian, naturopathic clinician and nurse care manager to you. With this approach, you enjoy greater comfort, convenience and privacy, by meeting with your cancer care team in one room.
Working together in close proximity allows for a fully integrated approach to treating vaginal cancer. Your naturopath is able to share any specific nutrition challenges with other members of your care team, such as your gynecologic oncologist and dietitian, and work together to find solutions that meet your individual needs.
Throughout your vaginal cancer treatment, your naturopath will also monitor your supplement and vitamin intake to ensure safety from potential drug-herb and drug-nutrient interactions. Once home, the naturopathic medicine team is available for 30-minute and one-hour phone consultations.
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