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How I learned to stop worrying and love chemotherapy

In 2019, I found the decision to undertake chemotherapy (chemo) difficult. My oncologist clarified that it was like an insurance policy with no guarantees that my cancer would not return. I was traumatised from the lengthy stay in hospital and adjusting to the neobladder. I went into the treatment believing it would poison me instead.… Continue reading How I learned to stop worrying and love chemotherapy

Under the knife – bladder cancer surgery

Surgery in the form of transurethral resection of a bladder tumour (TURBT) or cystectomy (bladder removal) is integral to treating most people with bladder cancer. After bladder removal, you must also choose between the type of urinary diversion, including a neobladder or incontinent diversion. The type of surgery depends on the stage of the cancer.… Continue reading Under the knife – bladder cancer surgery

The role of diet and the gut microbiome in cancer treatment

The science shows that a healthy diet lowers cancer risk and enhances treatment. But adhering to these directives can be tricky unless you understand the mechanism. And it appears that the mechanism is once more directly related to the gut microbiome. I found that understanding the mechanism that controls and regulates the immune systems is… Continue reading The role of diet and the gut microbiome in cancer treatment

The best supplements for healing from cancer

The role of supplements in cancer prevention and treatment, such as immunotherapy, is controversial. Many see supplements as an alternative to conventional western medical medicine. Others see them as a waste of money, either unproven scientifically or all available through a balanced diet. You only have to look at the weekly catalogue from chemist chain… Continue reading The best supplements for healing from cancer

The best diet for cancer prevention and healing

The old adage that you are what you eat has never been more true than for cancer. It may not be the only cause or the only treatment, but it can play a fundamental role in outcomes. There is no doubt about the role of the Western diet in cancer development and the benefits of… Continue reading The best diet for cancer prevention and healing